Biotechnology Quiz

Which is one possible human benefit from biotechnology research?

• producing crops that can grow in areas where they normally do not grow

• producing new types of disease-causing viruses

• increasing the ability to turn ocean water to freshwater

• creating new types of buildings that can withstand hurricanes

How can biotechnology help farmers overcome sudden changes in the global climate?

• by changing the types of soil in which the crops are planted

• by developing crops that are resistant to adverse weather

• by rotating the crops within the same field

• by only planting crops in the winter

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How has biotechnology helped to improve the agricultural industry?

• by developing irrigation systems that cover a large land area

• by creating some crops that resist certain insects

• by producing soil free of decomposers

• by developing machines that help farmers harvest crops faster

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Scientists have been able to cause some bacteria to produce insulin. In which area of science would these scientists most likely work?

• nuclear engineering

• biotechnology

• marine biology

• chemistry

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If a company genetically modifies corn to produce an odor that repels insects, which best describes how the corn was modified?

• by crop rotation techniques

• by chemical exposure

• by harvesting at different times

• by techniques used in biotechnology

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What is the advantage of growing a genetically modified version of corn that is resistant to pesticides?

• It is ready for immediate pesticide application to battle pest invasions.

• It is more efficient and economical to grow this variety of corn.

• It offers more nutrients and increases taste.

• The shelf life and profit of the corn would increase.

Which is NOT a way in which biotechnology can benefit agriculture?

• Improving farming machinery

• Increasing crop production

• Reducing the number of crops lost to insects

• Producing better-tasting fruits and vegetables

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Which area of biotechnology results in the most ethical issues within society?

• Genetic engineering drought-resistant plants

• Producing human insulin with the aid of bacteria

• Cloning organs for transplants

• Using DNA to solve forensic cases

What is a GMO?

• genetically modified orange

• great manufactured organism(s)

• general modified organism(s)

• genetically modified organism(s)

Which use of biotechnology most benefits North Carolina agriculture?

• producing human vaccines

• producing disease resistant crops

• producing new medicines from bacteria

• producing enzymes to eliminate pollutants