Process
The blue gene is originated from what preexisting flower?
Carnation
These organisms, often designed to resist pests or herbicides, are frequently used in commercial farming.
GMOs
In what year was the first genetically modified blue rose created?
2004
What do blue roses symbolise?
The Unattainable and Dreaming Big
Which country led the development of the first blue rose?
Japan
To make the roses blue scientists had to silence this color already existing in roses. What is this color?
Red
A common concern about GMOs is that they may reduce this in ecosystems, as mentioned in studies
Diversity in the Environment/ Biodiversity.
What part of the rose was directly injected with engineered bacteria?
The Petal
Blue roses are often associated with what type of dreams?
impossibel dreams
What company helped create the first genetically modified blue rose?
Suntory
While Blue roses are marketed as "Blue" what is the actual color of these genetically modified flowers?
Lavender, Lilac, Purple ( Any Acceptable)
This is is the most commonly used herbicide with GMO crops. (Think about the documentary)
Glyphosate or Roundup
What anthocyanin did scientists use to get a true blue color?
indigoidine
What emotion do blue roses represent in relationships?
trust and loyalty
What type of roses were later created to last longer without wilting?
preserved blue roses
Because they lack the gene for this pigment, natural blue roses cannot exist. What is this gene?
Delphinidin
Concerns exist that GMOs can escape their intended use and become this in the wild
Invasive Species
How long did the blue color last in the newer experiment?
One day -ish
Why might someone give blue roses after a fight?
to reduce tension and reduce stress
Why were traditional breeding methods unsuccessful?
The rose didn't have the gene necessary for a blue rose.
Flowers usually have many pigments that give it its color. What is the specific name for these pigments?
Anthocyanins
What organism is used to insert genes into plants?
Agrobacterium tumefaciens (it counts if ur close enough)
What was the name of the first commercial “blue” rose?
Applause
What type of love could blue roses often represent?
difficult or harder
At what event was the blue rose displayed in 2009?
The International Exposition