Basic Biology and Agriculture
What are genes?
Segments of DNA that control traits
What is an example of a plant protein source?
Alfalfa
What is the benefit of using precision agriculture?
It helps conserve resources and increase yields
What is an example of a non-renewable energy source?
A) Wind
B) Solar
C) Oil
D) Geothermal
Oil
What is the role of chloroplasts in plants?
Photosynthesis
Which part of the plant cell is responsible for photosynthesis?
Chloroplast
What is an example of an animal protein source?
Eggs
Which of the following is a renewable energy source?
A) Wind
B) Coal
C) Gas
D) Oil
Wind
What is the role of proteins in the body?
To build and repair tissues
What is the primary use of GPS in agriculture?
To guide planting and harvesting processes
What is the main function of a cell's nucleus?
To direct cell processes and house DNA
Which land description system is based on a grid of meridians and baselines?
Rectangular
What is the main advantage of biofuels compared to fossil fuels?
They are renewable and produce less carbon emissions
What is one example of a renewable energy source?
A) Wind power
B) Coal
C) Natural gas
D) Nuclear
Wind power
Why is it important for farmers to have good land descriptions?
To prevent land disputes
Which of these is a system involved in removing waste from the body?
Renal system
What does GIS stand for?
Geographical Information System
What is the most common method for mapping large land areas?
Rectangular survey system
How do temperature and time reduce foodborne illnesses?
By keeping food outside of the bacteria's growth range
Daily Double
Choose 1 person from your group to compete
Which of the following is a function of the circulatory system?
Moving oxygen and nutrients to the body's cells
What is the most important function of the respiratory system in animals?
To exchange gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide)
Which body system helps control voluntary movement?
Nervous system
What does a GPS system use to determine location?
Satellite signals
______% of the world’s farmers feed ______% of the world.
Less than 2% of the world's farmers feed 100% of the world.