Question

food science is one area where biotechnology has made many advancements; however, many people are skeptical of some of the products produced through biotechnology. what argument best supports the idea that further biotechnological advancements in food sciences is beneficial for society?

o a biotechnology is responsible for advancements in food science, which can make plants immune to various bacteria. the antibacterial compounds can affect people who consume the plant.
o b biotechnology is responsible for advancements by creating plant varieties that are herbicide - resistant and pest - resistant. these plants make up most of the market, reducing the number of plant varieties people plant on the landscape.
o c biotechnology is responsible for advancements that reduce the cost and resources needed for many different food products and allows people to produce more in a shorter amount of time.
o d biotechnology is responsible for the reduced need for large - scale farms and traditional farming. crops developed through biotechnological engineering can pollinate unmodified plants.

Explanation:

• Option a: Mentions antibacterial compounds affecting consumers, which is a negative aspect, not a beneficial argument.
• Option b: Talks about reducing plant varieties, which is not beneficial for biodiversity and society in a positive sense.
• Option c: Reducing cost and resources while increasing production is a clear benefit for society as it can lead to more affordable food and better resource - utilization.
• Option d: The mention of pollinating unmodified plants (which could potentially cause issues like gene flow problems) and reduced need for large - scale farms (without clear positive societal benefits mentioned) is not as strong a beneficial argument as option c.

Answer:

C. Biotechnology is responsible for advancements that reduce the cost and resources needed for many different food products and allows people to produce more in a shorter amount of time.