Question

i. organic produce is healthier than conventional produce
a. organic produce

1. no artificial pesticides are used.
2. no artificial fertilizers are used.
3. crops that are genetically modified organisms are not used.
4. organic produce has higher antioxidant content compared to conventional.

b. conventional produce

1. artificial pesticides are used.
2. artificial fertilizers are used.
3. crops that are genetically modified organisms can be used.
4. conventional produce has low antioxidant contents compared to organic produce.

what are the points of comparison used in this passage?
planting methods, watering methods, harvesting methods, and storage methods
artificial pesticide use, artificial fertilizer use, genetically modified organism use, and antioxidant levels
the passage compares the health properties of organic produce to those of conventional produce
the pros and cons of organic farming methods versus the pros and cons of conventional farming methods

Explanation:

The passage compares organic and conventional produce based on specific elements. In section A (organic produce), it mentions no artificial pesticides, no artificial fertilizers, no genetically - modified organisms, and higher antioxidant content. In section B (conventional produce), it mentions artificial pesticides, artificial fertilizers, possible use of genetically - modified organisms, and lower antioxidant content. These are the direct points of comparison.

Answer:

artificial pesticide use, artificial fertilizer use, genetically modified organism use, and antioxidant levels