Agricultural Biotech

Agricultural Biotech

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What is the definition of agriculture?

Agriculture is another word for farming. It includes both growing and harvesting crops and raising animals, or livestock.

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https://www.fda.gov/media/135276/download

After reading this document, answer the following questions on the next 5 slides.

Fill in the Blank

GMO stands for genetically _______ organism. (spelling counts)

Multiple Choice

Which three government agencies, work together to regulate GMOs?

• FDA, CDC, EPA

• FAA, USDA, FDA

• FDA, EPA, USDA

• NASA, CDC, FAA

Multiple Choice

The first consumer product approved by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA)...

• human insulin

• FLAVR SAVR tomato

Multiple Select

Which produce items have been genetically engineered to create a GMO version? (Check all that apply)

• Apples

• Papayas

• Sugar Beets

• Soybeans

• Corn

Multiple Choice

In 2015, which genetically modified animal became the first to be approved as a source of food?

• Cow

• Chicken

• Salmon

Head back to Google Classroom & complete the following:

-EdPuzzle: GMOs!