Genetically Modified Organisms
Biology ⇒ Biotechnology and Applications
Genetically Modified Organisms starts at 11 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe one ethical concern related to the use of GMOs in agriculture.
Describe one potential environmental risk associated with the cultivation of GMOs.
Describe one way in which GMOs can contribute to sustainable agriculture.
Describe the difference between cisgenic and transgenic organisms.
Describe the process of creating a transgenic plant.
Explain how gene editing tools like CRISPR-Cas9 differ from traditional genetic modification techniques.
Explain the role of marker genes in the development of GMOs.
Explain the term 'herbicide-tolerant crop' and give an example.
Which enzyme is commonly used to cut DNA at specific sequences during genetic modification?
(1) DNA polymerase
(2) Ligase
(3) Restriction enzyme
(4) Helicase
Which of the following is a common application of GMOs in agriculture?
(1) Producing drought-resistant crops
(2) Increasing the shelf life of fruits
(3) Enhancing nutritional content
(4) All of the above
Which of the following is a genetically modified animal?
(1) Bt cotton
(2) GloFish
(3) Golden rice
(4) Roundup Ready soybean
Which of the following is a method for detecting GMOs in food products?
(1) PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction)
(2) Gel electrophoresis
(3) ELISA
(4) All of the above
Fill in the blank: The Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety is an international agreement that deals with the safe handling of __________.
Fill in the blank: The first genetically modified food crop approved for human consumption was the __________ tomato.
Fill in the blank: The genetically modified crop known as Bt corn produces a protein toxic to certain __________.
Fill in the blank: The introduction of a gene that confers herbicide resistance into a crop plant is an example of __________ modification.
True or False: All countries have the same regulations regarding the use and labeling of GMOs.
True or False: All GMOs are created by inserting genes from one species into another.
True or False: Genetically modified crops can help reduce the use of chemical pesticides.
True or False: Genetically modified salmon have been developed to grow faster than non-modified salmon.
