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Science, Biology
8th
grade
(McClenic) UCPS_SCI8_Biotech-Molecular PRETEST 2020-2021
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- 1. Multiple Choice
Which practice is an example of biotechnology?
monitoring seismic activity
analyzing the vitamin content of an apple
observing the migratory habits of butterflies
altering tomatoes to grow in adverse conditions
- 2. Multiple Choice
Which is a product of the biotechnology industry?
paper
plastics
medicine
computers
- 3. Multiple Choice
Biotechnology has been proven to benefit society by providing new medicines and better crops. Which is the most likely outlook for future jobs in this field?
As people become comfortable with biotechnology, there will not be a need for researchers.
As society has more applications for biotechnology, the demand for educated individuals will grow.
Biotechnology will eventually run its course, and people will not be interested in putting so much money into it.
Within the next few years, biotechnology researchers will run out of new products, and people will have to look for other jobs.
- 4. Multiple Choice
Farmers implant a gene into a species of tomato plants. The result is the tomato ripens faster and stays firm when shipped to stores. Which best describes the benefit for consumers?
increased amount of toxins in the tomatoes
decreased size of tomatoes
enhanced flavor and availability
increased seed production
- 5. Multiple Choice
Which process do grasses use to transform energy from the sun into chemical energy for their life processes?
evapotranspiration
photosynthesis
respiration
radiation
- 6. Multiple Choice
What is the energy source for growth in organisms?
food
water
oxxygen
vitamins
- 7. Multiple Choice
How do animals obtain energy from the foods they eat?
Water in foods is broken down to release energy.
Sugars in foods are broken down to release energy.
Fats are produced in the body and used to make energy.
Proteins are produced in the body and used to make energy.
- 8. Multiple Choice
Which is a benefit of regular exercise?
healthier diet
increased body fat
stronger skeletal system
weakened heart muscles
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