Science Article: Artificial Selection

What is artificial selection also known as?

• Selective breeding

• Natural selection

• Genetic engineering

• Cloning

Which of the following is an example of artificial selection in animals?

• Breeding dogs for specific traits

• Wolves hunting in packs

• Birds migrating south for the winter

• Fish swimming upstream to spawn

How has artificial selection impacted agriculture?

• By improving crop yields through selective breeding

• By reducing the need for fertilizers

• By increasing the genetic diversity of crops

• By eliminating the need for pesticides

What is a potential downside of artificial selection?

• Reduction of genetic diversity

• Increase in genetic diversity

• Improved resistance to diseases

• Enhanced adaptability to environmental changes

Why is artificial selection used in medicine?

• To study diseases and test new treatments

• To create new species of animals

• To increase the lifespan of animals

• To improve the taste of medicinal plants

What ethical concern is associated with artificial selection?

• Welfare of animals bred for extreme traits

• Increased genetic diversity

• Improved crop yields

• Enhanced nutritional value of food

How has artificial selection transformed corn?

• By increasing its kernel size and nutritional value

• By making it resistant to all diseases

• By reducing its growth time

• By changing its color to blue