A collection of processes that involves the use of biological systems for altering and, ideally, improving the characteristics of plants, animals, and other forms of life is termed
A. agribusiness.
B. biofeedback.
C. gene splicing.
D. biotechnology.
Answer: D
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A) the avoidance of dairy products due to the fear of agricultural contaminants B) the recent surge in formula use C) the selection of low-nutrient beverages (e.g., soda) in place of milk D) the self-weaning of an infant from breast milk
The classic aroma of roasting chicken comes from
A. denatured protein. B. the Maillard reaction. C. diacetyl and other short-chain fatty acids in lipids. D. volatile compounds such as carbonyls and hydrogen sulfide.
All of the following are good food sources of potassium EXCEPT:
a. cream cheese frosting. b. baked potato. c. dried apricots. d. tomato juice.
Ample carbohydrate is needed by the pregnant woman in order to:
a. raise blood glucose levels. b. fuel the fetal brain and spare protein needed for fetal growth. c. provide adequate protein. d. increase glycogen stores in the fetus.