The Introduction of Genes Using Biotechnological Techniques (Genetic Engineering)from the Bacterium

question 65

Multiple Choice

The introduction of genes using biotechnological techniques (genetic engineering) from the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis in corn and cotton crops

• A)reduces the use of chemical insecticides.
• B)decreases the crop yield by reducing the pests.
• C)makes them resistant to extreme weather conditions.
• D)makes them susceptible to extreme weather conditions.

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Definitions:

Respondent Behavior

Respondent behavior refers to involuntary responses to certain stimuli, typically conditioned reflexes acquired through classical conditioning.

Spontaneous Recovery

The revival of a conditioned response, previously vanished, subsequent to a lapse in the presentation of the conditioned stimulus.

Operant Chamber

An experimental apparatus used in the study of animal behavior, allowing researchers to measure responses to controlled stimuli.

Fixed-ratio Schedule

A fixed-ratio schedule is a type of operant conditioning reinforcement schedule where a response is reinforced only after a specified number of responses, leading to a high, steady rate of responding.