SCI207 WEEK 2 QUIZ
Question : 1
Which of the following is an environmental concern of genetically engineered crops mentioned in your text?
Genetically modified crops lead to larger applications of toxic herbicides and insecticides. The genetic modification of crops increases soil erosion while decreasing soil fertility. Genetic engineering is less precise than traditional methods of crossbreeding. CORRECT Genes from genetically modified crops may transfer to non-genetically modified crops. INCORRECT All of the above are environmental concerns of genetically engineered crops.
2. Question :
What is the central theme of “The first green revolution” section in Chapter 3.1 of your text? The green revolution resulted in increased crop production without any environmental concerns, which generated a steep incline in human population growth. The green revolution allowed for a rapid increase in high yield crops through the use of genetically modified seeds that allowed developing nations to survive in the face of famine. CORRECT The green revolution led to increases in crop production and human population. However, it also created a number of environmental concerns including the overuse of fertilizers and irrigation. The green revolution allowed farmers to increase crop yields and profits substantially over a short period of time. None of the above are the central theme.
Question 3. Question :
What is the central theme of “The case of Albuquerque” section in Chapter 5.4 of your text?
CORRECT In the face of a major water crisis, a number of governmental initiatives, including altered water-use codes, rebates, and decreased water use to more sustainable levels. As the population of Albuquerque continues to grow, increased revenue from taxes will be able to solve the city’s water crisis. The impending water crisis in Albuquerque was solved through the desalination of brackish water
Which of the following is an environmental concern of genetically engineered crops mentioned in your text?
Genetically modified crops lead to larger applications of toxic herbicides and insecticides. The genetic modification of crops increases soil erosion while decreasing soil fertility. Genetic engineering is less precise than traditional methods of crossbreeding. CORRECT Genes from genetically modified crops may transfer to non-genetically modified crops. INCORRECT All of the above are environmental concerns of genetically engineered crops.
2. Question :
What is the central theme of “The first green revolution” section in Chapter 3.1 of your text? The green revolution resulted in increased crop production without any environmental concerns, which generated a steep incline in human population growth. The green revolution allowed for a rapid increase in high yield crops through the use of genetically modified seeds that allowed developing nations to survive in the face of famine. CORRECT The green revolution led to increases in crop production and human population. However, it also created a number of environmental concerns including the overuse of fertilizers and irrigation. The green revolution allowed farmers to increase crop yields and profits substantially over a short period of time. None of the above are the central theme.
Question 3. Question :
What is the central theme of “The case of Albuquerque” section in Chapter 5.4 of your text?
CORRECT In the face of a major water crisis, a number of governmental initiatives, including altered water-use codes, rebates, and decreased water use to more sustainable levels. As the population of Albuquerque continues to grow, increased revenue from taxes will be able to solve the city’s water crisis. The impending water crisis in Albuquerque was solved through the desalination of brackish water