Grade 10 - GMOs Study Flashcards

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What does GMO stand for?
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GMO stands for Genetically Modified Organism.
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What is a genetically modified organism?
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A GMO is an organism whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques.
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Which organism was the first GMO created in the lab?
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The first GMO created in the lab was a bacterium developed in 1973.
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Who are the scientists credited with creating the first GMO?
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Herbert Boyer and Stanley Cohen are credited with creating the first GMO.
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When were GMOs first commercially available in agriculture?
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GMOs were first commercially available in agriculture in the 1990s.
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Name one benefit of using GMOs in agriculture.
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One benefit is enhanced crop yield and efficiency.
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What is a common risk associated with GMOs?
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A common risk is the potential for allergic reactions in humans.
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How can GMOs benefit the environment?
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GMOs can reduce the need for harmful pesticides and herbicides.
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What technique is commonly used to create GMOs?
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Recombinant DNA technology is commonly used to create GMOs.
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What is CRISPR-Cas9 used for in genetic modification?
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CRISPR-Cas9 is used for precise editing of DNA sequences.
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What is one ethical concern surrounding GMOs?
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One ethical concern is the potential for tampering with nature.
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How can GMOs improve food quality?
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GMOs can enhance nutritional content and flavor of foods.
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What was the first commercially grown GMO crop?
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The Flavr Savr tomato was the first commercially grown GMO crop.
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What is gene splicing?
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Gene splicing is the process of joining DNA segments to change genetic makeup.
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Why is regulatory oversight important for GMOs?
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Regulatory oversight ensures GMOs are safe for human consumption and the environment.
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What role do GMOs play in medicine?
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GMOs are used to produce insulin and vaccines.
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What is marker-assisted selection?
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Marker-assisted selection is a process that uses molecular markers to select desirable traits.
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Which countries are the largest producers of GMOs?
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The United States, Brazil, and Argentina are the largest producers of GMOs.
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What is selective breeding and how does it differ from GMOs?
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Selective breeding involves choosing specific parents to produce desired traits, while GMOs involve direct genetic alteration.
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How does genetic modification help combat crop diseases?
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Genetic modification can make crops resistant to specific diseases.
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