Description : Is genetically modified food actually harmful?
Last Answer : I don’t think there’s enough fact to provide an answer one way or another. This has been an ongoing debate. If it’s proven that they are safe, genetically modded foods could take over the industry. I think if you do find facts, the origin of those facts needs to be closely examined. Good luck!
Description : Who is the New York Times columnist who writes about Genetically Modified Foods (GMOs)and the like?
Last Answer : Mark Bittman?
Description : How do you feel about genetically modified foods?
Last Answer : I don’t think about it. Ever.
Description : Do genetically-modified foods have a negative effect on human health?
Last Answer : All foods have been genetically modified over history. Before we could raise plants in agriculture, we had to domesticate them from their wild ancestors. (Compare corn to teosinte, its wild ancestor). Now, ... blowing in the wind). And any crop or food source needs to be tested for human safety.
Description : If you could go back in time and kill Hitler and save millions of lives, but knew that in doing so you, and everyone you know, would never be born, would you do it anyway?
Last Answer : answer:I love how people think they could just walk up to the guy and kill him, lol. You would just end up in Valkyrie with Tom Cruise. We wouldn’t even know the people we know now, anyway. We would just know different people the same way.
Description : GMO (Genetically Modified) Foods? What's the deal?
Last Answer : Obviously I don’t get out much. What is GMO foods?
Description : Should Genetically modified foods should be illegal because they can cause many health problems?
Last Answer : Need answer
Description : Would you eat genetically modified (or engineered) salmon?
Last Answer : Although, I don't think the fish would harm me, I am against what it does to the fish. I would try to avoid it like I avoid veal, because from a humane standpoint it upsets me. Same with ... can barely stand up because of it. I need to research that more. Probably I am eating those chickens.
Description : Is genetically modified meat sold in the US?
Last Answer : While I can't answer that question honestly, I do know that the beef and chicken here are fed copious amounts of genetically modified corn. While the modifications aren't particularly bad for the animals ... also have a terrible time digesting corn as their only food source in the wild are grasses.
Description : The term 'GM food' refers to the food - (1) that grows under genetic measures (2) that is genetically modified (3) that grows under geographical modification (4) with greater glucose metabolism
Last Answer : (2) that is genetically modified Explanation: Genetically, modified foods (GM foods) are foods derived from genetically modified organisms (GM0s), such as genetically modified crops or ... food organisms include selective breeding; plant breeding, and animal breeding, and somaclonal variation.
Description : The term ‘GM food’ refers to the food (1) that grows under genetic measures (2) that is genetically modified (3) that grows under geographical modification (4) with greater glucose metabolism
Last Answer : that is genetically modified
Description : How genetically modified plants can enhance nutritional value of food crops? -Biology
Last Answer : answer:
Description : On a Windows PC, which running processes are essential and which are junk or even potentially harmful?
Last Answer : answer:A lot of people have the same question, so usually a Google search of the process will turn up an explanation of what it is. Don't panic, almost every one of them has at least ... tinker with your Startup options, because that menu is designed to be a diagnostic tool but not everyone agrees
Description : Are my bad sleeping habits potentially harmful?
Last Answer : If you’re not feeling tired, then you’re fine. Quality of sleep is more important than the length.
Description : Accommodation has both advantages and disadvantages as a conflict resolution strategy. Parties need to carefully consider when accommodation will be helpful, or potentially harmful. Which situation is NOT an appropriate time to practice accommodation?
Last Answer : When you feel as though you are being taken advantage of. apex.
Description : A color television set employs a 25,000 volt electron accelerator to produce the picture and potentially harmful radiation which must be shielded against. The main component of this radiation consists ... which penetrate the picture tube x) soft x-rays y) microwaves z) ultraviolet radiation
Last Answer : ANSWER: X -- SOFT X-RAYS
Description : What is a genetically modified organism (GMO)?
Last Answer : A genetically modified organism (GMO) is an organism that has been genetically engineered to contain one or more genes from another organism, or to have its own genes modified, with the goal of enhancing its traits or functions.
Description : When does GMO (Genetically Modified Organism) become a non-GMO?
Last Answer : Monsanto and others produce seeds that supposedly do not reproduce on their own. It is a bit like crossing a horse with a donkey to produce mules. The mules are sterile. Seed manufacturer do ... replanted the seeds from crops they liked and discarded plants that did not do well in their climate.
Description : Are you aware and concerned about Monsanto's attempt to force us all to eat Genetically Modified food?
Last Answer : answer:Check out Food Inc for some awful Monsanto practices. I don’t think there is sufficient evidence to be concerned about the food’s safety.
Description : Someone aged at least 30+ claimed to have been genetically modified at birth - was that possible?
Last Answer : Hardly. The technology didn’t exist at that time.
Description : Genetically modified food producers don't want it to be labelled 'GMO' (or should it be 'GMF') Where are you on this issue?
Last Answer : answer:a) Not that they're questionable, just that consumers freak out about it. Like how nuclear magnetic resonance got renamed magnetic resonance because people get creeped out by the word nuclear. b) I ... 't mean it's not there. For what it's worth, I have no problem with GM products.
Description : Are you eating Genetically modified food?
Last Answer : Almost all corn produced in the states is genetically modified to resist pest. So the gm corn has it’s own insecticide built in.
Description : What are the advantages of production of genetically modified crops? -Biology
Description : What are the disadvantages of production of genetically modified crops? -Biology
Description : What are the advantages of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO)? -Biology
Description : How genetically modified plants can reduce usage of chemical pesticides? -Biology
Description : First Genetically modified food product in India ? -General Knowledge
Last Answer : Bt. Eggplant Hybrid
Description : Why do people still rally against genetically modified organisms?
Last Answer : Most people are against it because those organisms pose much danger to human life. Take an example of a chicken which has been injected with those chemicals. The chicken normally grows within a week and its ... the GMOs they have to consider human life as well. It shouldn't always be about money.
Description : which is correct about genetically modified sugar by america?
Last Answer : which is correct about genetically modified sugar by america? A. obtained patent of bacterial germplasm B. ... from a frican plant is used in maize.
Description : Flavr Savr is genetically modified
Last Answer : Flavr Savr is genetically modified A. Cotton B. Rice C. Tomato D. Potato
Description : Which one has been genetically modified to help in bioremediation
Last Answer : Which one has been genetically modified to help in bioremediation A. Pseudomonas B. Xanthomonas C. Nitrosococcus D. Trichoderma
Description : Study statement a-d (about organic farming) and find out the correct ones. (a) Utilises genetically modified crops like Bt cotton (b) Uses only natura
Last Answer : Study statement a-d (about organic farming) and find out the correct ones. (a) Utilises genetically modified crops ... . a and b only D. b and c only
Description : Scientists has genetically modified photosynthesis process to increase crop yield by - (1) 11 Percent (2) 12 Percent (3) 15 Percent (4) 17 Percent
Last Answer : (3) 15 Percent Explanation: Photosynthesis, they convert water and carbon dioxide (CO2) to sugar and oxygen with the help of sunlight.
Description : Production of genetically modified plants is both a boon and bane. Explain.
Last Answer : By genetically modifying plants we can increase the yield, improve the plant breeds, make them pest and disease resistant. We can also transfer nitrogen fixing gene. The greatest disadvantage of genetically modified plants is the sterility of seeds which is a threat to conservation of plant species.
Description : What are genetically modified plants or transgenic plants?
Last Answer : The plants in which a specific gene responsible for desired trait is selected and introduced directly into the new plant variety are called genetically modified or transgenic plants.
Description : In India, the organisation responsible for assessing the safety of introducing genetically modified organisms for public use is (a) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) (b) Council for ... Research Committee on Genetic Manipulation (RCGM) (d) Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC).
Last Answer : (d) Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC).
Description : The genetically-modified (GM) brinjal in India has been developed for (a) insect-resistance (b) enhancing shelf life (c) enhancing mineral content (d) drought-resistance.
Last Answer : (a) insect-resistance
Description : Golden rice is a genetically modified crop plant where the incorporated gene is meant for biosynthesis of (a) omega 3 (b) vitamin A (c) vitamin B (d) vitamin C.
Last Answer : (b) vitamin A
Description : Consider the following statements (A-D) about organic farming. (A) Utilizes genetically modified crops like Bt cotton (B) Uses only naturally produced inputs like compost (C) Does not use pesticides and urea (D) Produces vegetables ... C and D (b) C and D only (c) B and C only (d) A and B only
Last Answer : (c) B and C only
Description : The first genetically modified plants, the soybean resistant to glyphosate was developed during a). 1983 b). 2003 c). 1993 d). 1973
Last Answer : a). 1983
Description : The authority associated with the first genetically modified plants the soybean resistant to glyphosate from Monsanto which achieved widespread success was a.) Rachel Carson (May 27, 1907 - April 14, 1964) b). ... Fraley (birthdate: 1953) d). Norman Borlaug (March 25, 1914 - September 12, 2009)
Last Answer : c). Robert Fraley (birthdate: 1953)
Description : The first genetically modified plants from Monsanto resistant to glyphosate which achieved widespread success were a). Maize b). Canola c). Cotton d). Soybeans
Last Answer : d). Soybeans
Description : GMO stands for ____. a. genetically modified organism c. gross moldy oranges b. genetically manufactured oranges d. genetically malfunctioning organisms
Last Answer : a. genetically modified organism
Description : 16.Golden rice is a genetically modified plant where the incorporated gene is meant for the biosynthesis of (a)Vitamin A (b)Vitamin B (c)Vitamin C (d)Omega 3
Last Answer : ANS.(A) Vitamin A
Description : In India, the organisation responsible for assessing the safety of introducing genetically modified organisms for public use is (1) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) (2) Council for ... 3) Research Committee on Genetic Manipulation (RCGM) (4) Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC)
Last Answer : (4) Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC)
Description : What’s some advice you have that could potentially save someone’s life?
Last Answer : Don’t drink and drive
Description : Would the US be happier if future females could be genetically created not to have nipples until seven months pregnant?
Last Answer : I think you're focusing the solution on the wrong side of the issue. The nipple-phobes need to deal with their issues. The fact that they overly sexualize nipples is not anyone's problem but ... Women have nipples they provide milk to our babies. Somehow the first world seems to have forgotten that.
Description : Which of the following statements are TRUE for damped vibrations? (P) . For a system having critical damping, the value of the damping ratio is unity and system does not undergo a vibratory motion. (Q) . Logarithmic decrement method ... Q only (B) P and S only (C) P, Q and R only (D) Q and S only
Last Answer : (C) P, Q and R only
Description : Does pickling take away nutritional value of foods, or is it in any way harmful?
Last Answer : There is some nutrient loss that occurs when a vegetable, like a cucumber, is pickled. The exact nutrients that are lost and the exact percentage depends on (1) the liquids you use to ... -soluble nutrients, like vitamin C, can naturally transfer to the pickling liquid over time. Source Here
Description : What minor easy steps can I take to live a more austere life to save money for the future?
Last Answer : Do you have any services that you pay extra for, that you can do without, whether you think you can or not?