FN43 - 8.00 Biotechnology

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Which is an example of an ethical issue that biotechnology has raised?

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Genetic engineering could negatively alter the environment

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Ethical conclusions related to biotechnology are a result of: empirical research, known facts, personal values, statistics

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personal values

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Research examining the impact of new crops on the environment will be needed as a result of: food shortages, organic farming, global warming, biotechnology

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biotechnology

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Empirical conclusions related to biotechnology are a result of: belief systems, known facts, personal values, public opinions

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known facts

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An advantage of biotechnology over traditional breeding methods can be:

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more nutritious products

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Why and for whom are labeling laws designed?

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To help consumers make wiser choices.

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When must genetically engineered foods have special labeling in the United States?

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Special labeling is required if the health impact of eating the food is changed.

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A concern raised when genes from fish are moved to a new variety of tomato is:

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whether or not the tomato is vegetarian

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When biotechnology increases the shelf life of a vegetable or fruit, a side effect is:

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reduction of produce thrown away by retailers

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Which statement best explains how DNA is modified? Options: Adding genes from another source, Adding genes within the cell, Engineering new genes, Technically producing a new bio-gene

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Adding genes from another source