Biotechnology and Nutrition Glossary 1B Team 1 ABP by Said Balseca https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh en-us 2025-06-04 14:40:34 UTC 2025-06-06 03:47:27 UTC hello@padlet.com Herbicide Resistance/Resistencia a herbicidas saidbalseca2009 https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479018557 A trait often added to crops through genetic engineering to allow them to survive applications of herbicides.


Comment

Pesticide resistance leads to the use of stronger pesticides, which causes food contamination

]]> 2025-06-04 14:54:06 UTC https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479018557 Biotechnology https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479025232 Definition: The use of living organisms or their components to develop or produce useful products, such as in agriculture or medicine.

Comment: I think biotechnology is very interesting because it helps us create better food and medicine. It can solve many problems in the world, like hunger or disease.

]]> 2025-06-04 15:00:52 UTC https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479025232 Crossbreeding/Hibridación saidbalseca2009 https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479028114 The process of breeding two different varieties or species to produce offspring with traits from both parents.


Comment

It is something that benefits variability but can also cause species to become incompatible or lead to unnecessary or unnatural modifications.

]]> 2025-06-04 15:03:57 UTC https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479028114 Food Cycle https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479031148 Definition: The process food goes through from the farm to the table, including production, processing, transportation, and consumption.

Comment: I never thought about how long the journey of food is. It is important to understand where our food comes from and how it gets to our plate.

]]> 2025-06-04 15:06:39 UTC https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479031148 Traditional Breeding https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479033050 Definition: A method where humans select plants or animals with desirable traits to reproduce, aiming to pass those traits to the next generation.

Comment: This method is natural and has been used for a long time. It takes time, but it helps farmers get better crops and animals.

]]> 2025-06-04 15:08:46 UTC https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479033050 Artificial Selection https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479037443 The intentional breeding of organisms with specific traits, used for thousands of years in farming and animal husbandry.


Comment: Artificial selection is like traditional breeding, but more controlled. People choose the best plants or animals to improve future generations.

]]> 2025-06-04 15:13:19 UTC https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479037443 Genetic Engineering https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479039655 A modern biotechnology technique that involves directly modifying an organism’s DNA by adding or removing specific genes.


Comment: This technology is amazing but also a little scary. It can help us make stronger plants, but we must be careful with how we use it.


]]> 2025-06-04 15:14:56 UTC https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479039655 Genetically Modified Organism (GMO)/Organismo Genéticamente Modificado (OGM) https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479040833 An organism whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques to achieve desired traits.


Comment: GMOs can help us produce more food, but some people worry about their health effects. We need more studies and clear information.


]]> 2025-06-04 15:16:10 UTC https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479040833 Safety Assessment/Evaluación de Seguridad saidbalseca2009 https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479043393 A scientific evaluation process to determine whether a genetically modified food is safe to eat and safe for the environment.


Comment

This process is very important to ensure that these foods are safe; this way, we can feel confident and trust the products.

]]> 2025-06-04 15:18:40 UTC https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479043393 Traits - Rasgos https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479044887 Characteristics or features of an organism, such as size, color, taste, or resistance to disease.


Comment: Traits are important in farming because they decide how good or strong a plant or animal is. Choosing good traits helps a lot.


]]> 2025-06-04 15:19:32 UTC https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479044887 Health Canada - Salud Canadá https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479053296 The Canadian government department responsible for public health, including the approval and regulation of food safety and biotechnology.


Comment: I think it's good that there is an organization like Health Canada. They help keep food and medicine safe for everyone.

]]> 2025-06-04 15:27:54 UTC https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479053296 Food Evolution - Evolución Alimentaria https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479057983 The gradual development and improvement of food production methods over time, often through scientific and technological advances.


Comment: Food is always changing. Thanks to science, we have better and safer ways to grow and prepare it now.

]]> 2025-06-04 15:32:35 UTC https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3479057983 Long-term Testing https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3480841355


Definition: Continuous evaluation of a product or technology over an extended period to observe effects that might not appear in the short term, such as environmental impacts or health effects.

Comment: In agricultural biotechnology, this is essential to ensure that new techniques don’t cause negative consequences over time.

]]> 2025-06-05 23:14:11 UTC https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3480841355 Skepticism https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3480841697


Definition: An attitude of doubt or questioning toward claims that lack sufficient evidence. It’s not about rejecting, but critically analyzing until something is proven.

Comment: Skepticism drives scientific progress by demanding solid proof and preventing the acceptance of unverified technologies.

]]> 2025-06-05 23:15:06 UTC https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3480841697 Agricultural Biotechnology https://padlet.com/saidbalseca2009/vpy49amzk5rp5aeh/wish/3480842369


Definition: A branch of biotechnology that applies scientific techniques to improve crops, increase productivity, or make them more resistant to diseases, drought, or pests.

Comment: While it offers major benefits, its use should be accompanied by long-term testing and a critical perspective to avoid hidden risks.

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