Chapter 1, Problem 9RQ

A team of researchers is interested in testing the amount of oxygen gas (O2) produced when the same species of plant is exposed to different colors of visible light.  The research team has developed a hypothesis to test and designed experimental conditions to run. They have submitted the work to you for feedback and approval.  Your job is to provide feedback concerning both the hypothesis and the experimental design.  This will enable them to make the necessary changes to obtain approval for their research. The Team’s Hypothesis:           The levels of oxygen gas will be higher for plants exposed to visible red light.   How would you improve the hypothesis while also putting it into a proper hypothesis with an IF and THEN statement?

What are the communication challenges for both agri-biotechnology and GMOs as well as your own inputs/strategies in bringing this science to the public?

Basic research is key to innovation, but has a funding problem. In terms of the quality of the science, which of the following is the best solution? Increase the public’s investment in basic research (e.g., individual taxes, tuition) Ask the beneficiaries of basic research (e.g., tech, industry, pharma) to directly fund research at universities  Tax the beneficiaries of basic research (e.g., tech, industry, pharma) and distribute funds to basic research through an unaffiliated intermediary Demand that the beneficiaries of basic research (e.g., tech, industry, pharma) conduct more basic research within their organizations Which of the following does NOT represent an adaptation to absorb and withstand high forces in a hyena jaw? Spongy bone Incorporation of minerals and proteins into the biological material experiencing the force Arrangement of fibers in parallel 3D structures ???? Fusion of small bones