The Green Revolution
Liam Thomas
8 min read
Study Guide Overview
This study guide covers the Green Revolution, including its impact (positive and negative), key figure Norman Borlaug, and core tenets. It also examines GMOs, including their uses, benefits, drawbacks, and common misconceptions. Furthermore, the guide explores modern farming practices (industrial vs. sustainable agriculture), their environmental impacts (pesticides, fertilizers, soil degradation), and the decline of family farms. Finally, it connects food production to population growth and climate change and offers practice questions and exam tips.
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Question 1 of 12
What was the primary goal of the Green Revolution? 🧑🌾
To decrease agricultural production
To produce more food, more efficiently, and at a lower cost
To focus on traditional farming methods
To reduce the use of fertilizers and pesticides