Which region has the greatest increase in the number of organic producers:From 2005 to 2008?
Africa
B. Asia
C. Europe
D. Latin America
E. North America
F. Oceania
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Which of the following scenarios is an example of the nocebo effect?
A. Researchers are conducting clinical trials for a new drug to treat migraines. A number of participants who were part of the group that received sugar pills reported a significant improvement including fewer migraines during the study period and reduced symptoms when they did experience one.
B. A study is being conducted to test a new drug to treat depression. Many of the members of the placebo group report experiencing fatigue, vomiting, and muscle weakness, which were all potential side effects of the drug.
C. Researchers are studying a new treatment for anxiety with one group taking the medication and the other group taking a placebo. All the participants are feeling calm but are still experiencing panic attacks.
Crop production is lower because growth is affected if the plants are competing for nutrients in the soil.
A. Fungi
B. Weeds
C. Insects
The fruit produced by the plant has cosmetic defects such as scabs or discoloration making the it difficult to sell and in some cases the will be destroyed.
A. Fungi
B. Weeds
C. Insects
We are constantly competing for our food! In the previous video segment, Dr. Schwarcz discussed a variety of ‘pests’ naturally found in the environment that affect agriculture. Match each type of ‘pest’ with their potential impact on the plants and crop.The crop is inedible and/or cannot be sold because a portion of the plant has been eaten.
A. Fungi
B. Weeds
C. Insects
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