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Which is a concern of scientists when genetically modifying plants?
a) Plants will pass on diseases to animals.
b) There will be a decrease in biodiversity.
c) Plants will have a longer growing season.
d) There will be a decrease in revenue for pesticide manufacturers.

Which best describes the process by which the energy from the sun is used to create glucose molecules?
a) fermentation
b) photosynthesis
c) chemosynthesis
d) cellular respiration

What is involved in creating genetically modified bacteria?
a) allowing them to reproduce freely 

b) changing their food source 

c) using biotechnology techniques 

d) growing them on selected plants

What process uses oxygen and food molecules to produce energy for animal cells?
a) digestion
b) glycolysis
c) cellular respiration
d) photosynthesis

Which is a way the agricultural biotechnology industry could have a positive impact on the environment? 

a) by producing crops that are virus resistant

b) by making robots to replace large farm machines

c) by reducing the need for countries to import food
d) by increasing the use of wind farms that produce electricity 


Which of these careers would a student studying biotechnology most likely 
pursue?
a) electrical engineering
b) astronomy
c) agricultural research
d) geology

Why is a healthy diet important?
a) It maintains a constant body temperature.
b) It prevents damage to internal organs.
c) It makes oxygen for all the cells in the body. 

d) It supplies the body’s needs for growth and energy.

How would smoking tobacco most likely have a negative impact on the ability of an individual to succeed at physical activities?
a) It interferes with balance and coordination.
b) It decreases the ability to make decision rapidly.
c) It decreases stamina and cardiovascular efficiency.
d) It decreases the speed and power of muscle contractions.

Which food provides the most energy for the body in the shortest amount of time?
a) potato
b) meat
c) milk
d) fruit

Why is protein an important part of a healthy diet?
a) It is needed to change glucose to energy.
b) It is needed to store nutrients.
c) It is needed to repair tissue.
d) It is needed to produce water

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