Omnivore's Dilemma Vocabulary (Preview: Edited)

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Define 'organic'

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(of food or farming methods) produced or involving production without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or other artificial agents.

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What is a claim?

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A statement that can be argued for or against using evidence.

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Define 'compost'

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A composition of largely decaying matter used as fertilizer.

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What does 'industrial organic' refer to?

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Organic foods grown on a large scale to be sold to mass markets.

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Define 'monoculture'

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The cultivation or growth of a single crop, plant, or livestock species, variety, or breed in a field or farming system at a time.

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What is agribusiness?

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The businesses collectively associated with the production, processing, and distribution of agricultural products.

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What does 'pesticide-free' mean?

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Foods that are produced without the use of chemical pesticides.

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Define 'genetically modified organisms (GMOs)'

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Crops that carry new traits that have been inserted through advanced genetic engineering methods.

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What is the significance of organic farming?

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It promotes sustainable agriculture and reduces chemical exposure.

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Define 'sustainable agriculture'

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Farming practices that meet current food needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their needs.