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The USDA has approved over 10,000 genetically engineered crops.

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Which of the following is a way that scientific advancements have benefited society?

A
increased energy efficiency
B
increased resource use
C
increased urbanization
D
changes in the global climate
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How can genetic engineering help improve crop production?

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Genetic engineering can eliminate the threat of disease to crops.
B
Genetic engineering removes the need of plants for watering.
C
Genetic engineering can help reduce the effects of pests and weather on crop production.
D
Genetic engineering can make crops more susceptible to herbicides.
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Which of the following industries has not seen an increase in hazardous waste production?

A
medical
B
food
C
energy
D
electronics
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What is the purpose of biofertilizers?

A
reduce pollution
B
reduce insect threats
C
reduce erosion
D
reduce herbicide use
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Scientific advances have led to decreased energy efficiency and waste reduction.

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Over the years, scientific advancements have brought both benefits and disadvantages to society. Which of the following is an area which has been both positively and negatively affected by scientific advancements?

A
food safety
B
waste production
C
climate
D
all of the above
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Biotechnology can possibly be used to degrade pollutants in estuaries.

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How can the use of biotechnology lead to an increase in soil conservation practices?

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Biotechnology use can lead to a decrease in pesticide and herbicide use, maintaining soil quality.
B
Biotechnology use can lead to soil compaction, preventing erosion.
C
Biotechnology use can increase the amount of management required for agriculture, increasing the likelihood of the practice of soil conservation.
D
All of the above
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Which of the following is not a way that new technology impacted farmers in the new millennium?

A
the development of insect resistant crops
B
genetically engineered livestock
C
decreased productivity
D
increased demand for organic foods
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Which of the following is a risk associated with the application of biotechnology?

A
decreased pesticide use
B
decreased erosion
C
increased agricultural yield
D
potential for the exchange of genetic material
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Advances in medical technology have had no impact on the environment.

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How were American farmers in the 1940s impacted by new technology?

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They were able to increase their productivity due to the popularity of tractors.
B
They experienced an increase in the demand for fresh foods.
C
The introduction of new technology decreased their rate of productivity.
D
Farmers were not impacted by new technology in the 1940’s.
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Which of the following is not a possible application for biotechnology?

A
crop production
B
metal alloys
C
pollution control
D
medications
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Communication and transportation have improved as a result of scientific advancements.

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How have scientific advancements helped reduce the impact of hazardous events on society?

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Scientific advancements have led to the ability to detect some hazardous events before they occur, allowing society to plan for them, mitigating their damage.
B
Scientific advancements have led to the ability to prevent hazardous events.
C
Scientific advancements have led to the ability to detect all hazardous events, preventing damage to society.
D
Scientific advancements have not reduced the impact of hazardous events on society.
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Why might some people be opposed to the use of biotechnology?

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It can lead to the development of resistant microorganisms.
B
It can lead to competition between modified and native organisms.
C
It can lead to the production of toxic materials.
D
All of the above

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