GENETICS - DEC 2020

Packages of DNA are called ____________.

• cell membranes

• nuclei

• chromosomes

• ribosomes

Small sections of DNA that control traits like eye color or hair color are called ______.

• cells

• chromosomes

• nucleosomes

• genes

It is possible for offspring to have different traits than both their parents.

• True

• False

What is a GMO?

• DNA is taken from one organism and inserted into the DNA of another organism

• An accidental and random change to DNA

• hen farmers do selective breeding to develop the best crops

• An acronym like LOL or JK to describe mutations

What does GMO stand for?

• Generally Manufactured Orangutan

• Genetic Material and Organs

• Giant Mosquito Orbits

• Genetically Modified Organism

GMO Foods are as safe to eat as non-GMO foods.

• True

• False

Foods with GMO ingredients don’t have labels since they are safe to eat.

• True

• False

What are common types of GMOs?

• Humans with traits from other animals

• Staple crops like corn, soy, sugar beets and cotton

• Fruits and vegetables made to taste like junk food

• Dolphins trained to find fish for commercial fishing operations

The "Golden Labradamel" -- GMO or NO?

• GMO

• NO

The "Featherless Chicken" -- GMO or NO?

• GMO

• NO