Genetically Modified Organisms
Biology ⇒ Biotechnology and Applications
Genetically Modified Organisms starts at 11 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe how GMOs can contribute to sustainable agriculture.
Describe one environmental concern associated with the cultivation of GMOs.
Describe the difference between cisgenic and transgenic organisms.
Describe the process of Agrobacterium-mediated transformation in plants.
Describe the role of marker genes in the development of GMOs.
Describe the role of selectable markers in the creation of GMOs.
Explain the term 'gene silencing' in the context of GMOs.
A researcher wants to create a genetically modified plant that is resistant to both drought and a specific insect pest. Describe the steps and considerations involved in developing such a plant, including gene selection, transformation, and regulatory approval.
Which of the following is a method for detecting the presence of GMOs in food products?
(1) ELISA
(2) PCR
(3) DNA sequencing
(4) All of the above
Which of the following is a method for introducing foreign DNA into animal cells?
(1) Microinjection
(2) Electroporation
(3) Liposome-mediated transfer
(4) All of the above
Which of the following is a possible unintended effect of genetic modification?
(1) Off-target mutations
(2) Increased yield
(3) Enhanced flavor
(4) None of the above
Which of the following is a potential benefit of genetically modified crops?
(1) Increased yield
(2) Reduced pesticide use
(3) Enhanced nutritional content
(4) All of the above
Fill in the blank: The first genetically modified animal approved for human consumption was the __________ salmon.
Fill in the blank: The genetically modified papaya resistant to the ringspot virus was developed using the __________ gene from the virus.
Fill in the blank: The process of introducing foreign DNA into a plant cell using a bacterium is called __________-mediated transformation.
Fill in the blank: The process of transferring genes from one organism to another is called __________.
True or False: All countries have the same regulations regarding the cultivation and sale of GMOs.
True or False: All GMOs are transgenic organisms.
True or False: Gene editing techniques like CRISPR-Cas9 can be used to create GMOs.
True or False: GMOs are only used in agriculture.
