Genetically modified organisms (GMOs)

1. What does GMO stand for?

A) Genetic Material Observation
B) Global Market Opportunity
C) General Medical Order
D) Genetically Modified Organism

2. Which process involves altering an organism's genetic material to produce desirable traits?

A) Photosynthesis
B) Natural Selection
C) Genetic Engineering
D) Mitosis

3. Which country was the first to commercially cultivate genetically modified crops?

A) Brazil
B) China
C) United States
D) India

4. What is a common method used to transfer genes into plant cells for genetic modification?

A) Yeast fermentation
B) Agrobacterium-mediated transformation
C) Electroshock therapy
D) Photosynthetic injection

5. Which organization promotes the responsible use of biotechnology and GM crops?

A) ISAAA (International Service for the Acquisition of Agri-biotech Applications)
B) PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals)
C) FDA (Food and Drug Administration)
D) Greenpeace

6. In GMO labeling, what does the term 'BE' stand for?

A) Botanically Enhanced
B) Best Effort
C) Biodegradable
D) Bioengineered

7. What is the purpose of using RNA interference in genetic modification?

A) Increasing photosynthesis efficiency
B) Silencing specific gene expression
C) Enhancing seed size
D) Accelerating plant growth

8. What is one potential economic benefit of GMOs to farmers?

A) Reduced agricultural subsidies
B) Decreased market demand
C) Higher production costs
D) Increased crop yield

9. Which organization is responsible for setting international standards on food safety and trade-related aspects of GMOs?

A) International Monetary Fund (IMF)
B) World Health Organization (WHO)
C) Codex Alimentarius Commission
D) World Trade Organization (WTO)

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