What Is a Benefit of Introducing New Genes into a Plant

question 22

Multiple Choice

What is a benefit of introducing new genes into a plant?

• A) The plant's growth rate reduces.
• B) The plant's genes mutate faster.
• C) The plant's nutritional value to primary consumers improves.
• D) The plant's reliance on photosynthesis reduces.

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Definitions:

Sensory Adaptation

The process by which sensory receptors become less sensitive to constant stimuli, allowing organisms to focus on changes in their environment.

Skin Senses

The sensory modalities including touch, temperature, pain, and proprioception that inform an individual about the external environment via the skin.

Expectations

Beliefs or anticipations about the way events, behaviors, or outcomes should happen, often influencing perceptions and behaviors.

Papillae

Small, nipple-like projections on the tongue where taste buds are located, involved in the sense of taste.