One Scientist Hoped to Solve Health and Nutritional Problems for Children

question 60

Multiple Choice

One scientist hoped to solve health and nutritional problems for children in developing countries by the genetic modification of rice with:

• A) better pest resistance.
• B) massive crop yields to feed them.
• C) high levels of vitamin A.
• D) low toxic pesticides.

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Definitions:

Respiration

The biochemical process in living organisms involving the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the organism and its environment.

Sympathetic Nervous System

A branch of the autonomic nervous system that activates what is often termed the fight or flight response during times of stress.

Physiological Reactions

The body's automatic responses to external or internal stimuli, which can include changes in heart rate, blood pressure, and hormone levels.

Prefrontal Cortex

The part of the brain located at the front of the frontal lobes, responsible for complex behaviors including planning, decision making, and moderating social behavior.