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Which of the following is an advantage of using genetically modified crops?
they reduce genetic diversity, making crops vulnerable to disease and climate changes
they involve less labour than traditional herbicides and pesticides
they encourage monocultures, reducing biodiversity
they can lead to the creation of herbicide-resistant weeds through crossbreeding
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How can insect-resistant genetically modified crops benefit the environment?
by harming non-target insects with the toxin they produce
by reducing the need for pesticides
by increasing the need for pesticides
by encouraging insect pests to evolve resistance to the toxin they produce
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Genetically modified animals can offer significant benefits in which of the following industries?
construction and mining
automotive and aerospace
telecommunications and information technology
agriculture and pharmaceuticals
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Which of the following is NOT an advantage of genetically modified farmed animals?
improved quantity through year-round reproduction
improved flavour through genetic alterations
improved productivity through faster growth
improved quality through enhanced disease resistance
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Pharming involves the production of pharmaceuticals by:
synthesising them in a laboratory
inserting human genes into other animals
harvesting them from genetically modified bacteria
extracting them from plants
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Which of the following is a disadvantage of pharming?
it prevents mass production of rare treatments
it increases the cost of pharmaceutical production
it raises animal welfare concerns
it makes drugs less accessible
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What is the main risk associated with using genetically modified pathogens?
they may have unknown long-term side effects
they can be expensive to produce
they carry a risk of accidental infections and disease outbreaks
they may not be effective in treating diseases
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Which of the following is NOT an advantage of using genetically modified pathogens?
they eliminate the need for strict safety protocols
they offer potential treatments for diseases previously deemed incurable
they can produce essential medicines, antibiotics, and enzymes
they are useful in creating vaccines
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What is true about the patenting of genetically modified organisms?
it always increases global access to these organisms
it is more accessible for smallholder farmers in developing countries
it raises questions about the affordability of patented seeds
all of the above
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Which of the following is a potential outcome of herbicide-resistant genetically modified plants crossbreeding with wild plants?
increased biodiversity
reduced use of herbicides
improved crop yields
creation of herbicide-resistant weeds
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