Exam 3 Pt 3 Flashcards
(8 cards)
Food is?
necessary, a form of energy, means of survival
Food is essential for sustaining life and providing energy.
Which revolution causes farmers to shift from subsistence agriculture to conventional agriculture?
industrial
The Industrial Revolution led to advancements in farming techniques and technology.
What is fertilizer? How is it used?
nitrate or manure based used to increase the yield of plants
Fertilizers provide essential nutrients to enhance plant growth.
Because food requires what and what, food trade is also a way of moving those around the world?
Energy and water
Energy and water are critical resources in food production and distribution.
What are the effects of hunger and malnutrition?
death, poverty, etc
Hunger and malnutrition can have severe social and economic consequences.
What is the difference between modifying the genetics and genetic engineering?
GMOs = apples the size of melons
GMOs refer to organisms whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques.
What is an example of genetic engineering?
soybeans resistant to herbicide
This example illustrates how genetic engineering can create crops with specific desirable traits.
What are the major users of energy?
- industrial sector
- transportation sector
- residential sector
- commercial sector
- electric power sector
These sectors represent the primary areas where energy is consumed.
