Genetic Modification
1. This question has 4 part(s).
1.1. A global study was carried out on the production of high protein maize.
Over 100 generations, scientists planted seeds which were the most protein rich from the previous generation, they then measured the percentage of protein in the corn kernels.
What is the name given to the process used by these scientists to produce maize with a high percentage of protein?
1.2. The data collected on the percentage of protein content in the maize kernels over 100 generations can be seen below.
(i) Describe the trend on the graph.
(2)
(ii) Give the percentage of protein after 50 generations.
(1)
1.3. High protein maize is considered to be of superior nutritional value and is therefore desirable to food manufacturers.
Which of the following explains why high protein maize provides a superior nutritional value?
☐ | A | Protein is required for growth and repair of tissues |
☐ | B | Protein is an energy source |
☐ | C | Protein provides roughage in a balanced diet |
☐ | D | Protein provides insulation for key organs of the body |
1.4. Suggest why it may be appealing for farmers to invest in growing high protein maize.
Ai এর মাধ্যমে
১০ লক্ষ+ প্রশ্ন ডাটাবেজ
প্র্যাকটিস এর মাধ্যমে নিজেকে তৈরি করে ফেলো
উত্তর দিবে তোমার বই থেকে ও তোমার মত করে।
সারা দেশের শিক্ষার্থীদের মধ্যে নিজের অবস্থান যাচাই
No related questions found
