Lvl 5: Selective Breeding Concepts and Risks

What is selective breeding also known as?

• Artificial selection

• Natural selection

• Genetic engineering

• Cloning

Which of the following is an example of selective breeding from over 9,000 years ago?

• Transformation of teosinte into modern corn

• Domestication of cats

• Development of rice varieties

• Creation of hybrid tomatoes

What significant contribution did Charles Darwin make to the understanding of selective breeding?

• He worked with pigeons to gain insights on natural selection and evolution.

• He discovered the structure of DNA.

• He developed the theory of relativity.

• He invented genetic engineering techniques.

What is a potential risk of selective breeding mentioned in the passage?

• Reduced genetic diversity

• Increased genetic diversity

• Immediate extinction of species

• Complete elimination of diseases

Which type of selective breeding involves breeding closely related individuals?

• Inbreeding

• Crossbreeding

• Self-pollination

• Linebreeding