The Benefits of Biotechnology

Who is credited with the discoveries that laid the foundation for modern biotechnology?

• Alexander Fleming

• Louis Pasteur

• Gregor Mendel

• Charles Darwin

What is the primary difference between traditional crossbreeding and modern biotechnology?

• The number of traits modified

• The speed of the process

• The involvement of DNA

• The use of chemicals

What is the role of genes in biotechnology?

• They are used to change the color of the plants

• They are removed from plants to prevent diseases

• They determine the traits that are passed to offspring

• They are used to make plants grow faster

How can biotechnology contribute to increasing food production?

• By reducing the need for water in agriculture

• By increasing the size of the fruits only

• By enabling crops to grow in harsh conditions

• By making plants grow without sunlight

What is one potential benefit of biotechnology in terms of food quality?

• Making all crops resistant to freezing temperatures

• Increasing the vitamin and mineral content of crops

• Changing the color of fruits and vegetables

• Making fruits and vegetables taste sweeter

What is 'Golden Rice' an example of?

• A biotech crop with enhanced taste

• A crop that is resistant to all pests

• A crop that grows without water

• A biotech crop with increased vitamin A

What is a key environmental benefit of biotechnology mentioned in the video?

• Reducing the need for plowing

• Increasing air quality

• Reducing water usage by 50%

• Eliminating the need for sunlight

How does biotechnology help in reducing the use of pesticides?

• By making plants grow faster than pests

• By attracting natural predators of pests

• By enabling plants to protect themselves from insects

• By changing the color of plants to repel insects

Which agency is responsible for assessing the safety of biotech crops for human and animal consumption?

• The USDA

• The EPA

• The FDA

• The CDC

What is the main purpose of the regulatory framework for biotechnology in agriculture?

• To limit the use of biotechnology in food production

• To speed up the approval of new crops

• To ensure the environmental and consumer safety of biotech crops

• To promote the use of biotech crops worldwide