Formative Assessment Chapter 1 Food

What is food biotechnology?

• Using synthetic chemicals to process food

• Application of biological processes and organisms to improve food production, quality, and safety

• Genetic modification to create medicine

• Use of robotics to package food

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of food biotechnology?

• Reducing environmental impact

• Increasing food production

• Enhancing flavor through artificial additives

• Improving nutritional value

Which approach in agricultural biotechnology helps crops tolerate drought?

• Pest resistance

• Abiotic stress tolerance

• Delayed ripening

• Flavor enhancement

How does genetic modification help in pest resistance crops?

• By introducing a gene that reduces photosynthesis

• By producing proteins toxic to pests but harmless to humans

• By eliminating the need for fertilizers

• By delaying the ripening process

What is the role of fermentation technology in food biotechnology?

• Delaying ripening

• Producing biofortified crops

• Extending shelf life of food products

• Detecting foodborne pathogens

Which microorganism is commonly used to produce pest-resistant crops?

• Bacillus subtilis

• Saccharomyces cerevisiae

• Bacillus thuringiensis

• Escherichia coli

How can food biotechnology improve the flavor of food?

• By adding artificial sweeteners

• By enhancing enzyme activity to transform aroma precursors into flavor compounds

• By eliminating natural sugars

• By using synthetic chemicals

What are phytoalexins?

• Proteins that enhance crop growth

• Natural compounds produced by plants to defend against infections

• Artificial enzymes added to crops for pest resistance

• Vitamins engineered into food for nutritional enhancement

Which of the following is an example of biofortified food?

• Crops with delayed ripening

• Crops with higher beta-carotene content

• Crops with enhanced resistance to pests

• Crops genetically engineered for faster growth

What does the term "functional foods" refer to?

• Foods with extended shelf life

• Foods genetically modified for pest resistance

• Foods with specific health benefits, such as probiotics

• Foods that are artificially flavored