
STS QUIZ FINALS REVIEW
Quiz by Jeshiel Gloria
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What term is used to describe the era where information is easily accessed and widely distributed through digital means?
Who invented the printing press using movable metal type in 1455?
What does mass media primarily aim to do?
aThe application of IT in organizing biological data is called:
The following are all mass media platforms EXCEPT:
Which ethical issue relates to ownership of digital content?
The Information Age is also known as the Digital Age and the New Media Age.
Internet access was commercialized and released to the public in the 1950s.
Name two examples of how information and communication technology (ICT) is used in everyday life.
Name the three types of biodiversity.
The Philippines is considered a mega-diverse country because:
One of the major threats to biodiversity is:
Which of the following is a type of biodiversity?
Low-income communities often suffer more from environmental issues.
Clean water and air are examples of ecosystem services.
All insects in the Philippines are introduced species.
Give two human activities that threaten biodiversity.
Which of the following best describes biodiversity?
What is the main purpose of developing genetically modified organisms (GMOs)?
Which of the following is an example of a GMO developed for nutritional enhancement?
Which Philippine law encourages organic farming over GMO use?
Genetic engineering alters the DNA of organisms in ways that do not occur naturally.
Golden Rice is a genetically modified food designed to be high in calcium.
What international agreement regulates the safe handling and use of GMOs across borders?
What is a major health concern associated with the consumption of GMO foods?
The Philippines halted the field testing of Bt eggplant in 2015 due to safety concerns.
GMOs can only be used in food production.
The Codex Alimentarius Commission sets international food safety standards for GMOs.
What is the difference between nanoscience and nanotechnology?
How small is one nanometer?
Which of the following microscopes is used to manipulate atoms?
Atomic force microscopes use a mechanical probe to examine surfaces.
Nanotechnology is only applicable in electronics.
What are the two main approaches to nanomanufacturing?
Nanomaterials have less surface area than their larger counterparts.
Dip pen lithography is a method for creating nanoscale structures.
Ethical and environmental concerns are not significant in nanotechnology.
What is the main goal of gene therapy?
What is used to deliver the therapeutic gene into the body?
Gene therapy can directly insert a gene into a human cell without a carrier.
Gene therapy raises no ethical concerns since it only treats diseases.
What are two types of gene therapy?
Which of the following best describes somatic gene therapy?
Stem cells are unique because they can:
All gene therapy is guaranteed to be effective and safe.
Germline gene therapy affects future generations.
Which stem cells come from a 4–5 day old embryo?
Stem cells can be used in gene therapy due to their ability to become many types of cells.
What is the definition of climate change?
What are the three elements involved in Earth's orbital changes according to the Milankovitch theory?
Volcanic eruptions contribute to global warming by increasing Earth's temperature.
Climate change refers to a long-term shift in Earth’s average weather patterns.
Human activities such as burning fossil fuels release greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change.
Deforestation decreases carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere.
Which of the following is an evidence of climate change?
How do volcanic eruptions affect the Earth's climate?
Which of the following is NOT a natural cause of climate change?
Climate change only affects living organisms and has no impact on nonliving elements like land and water.
Name two greenhouse gases released by human activities.
Rising sea levels and shrinking ice sheets are evidence of climate change.
You are tasked to develop a new material that is both strong and lightweight for building sports equipment. Which characteristic of nanomaterials would you most likely take advantage of?
If a new gene therapy could potentially cure a genetic disease but has uncertain long-term effects, what ethical concern should you consider before recommending it to patients?
A local community is suffering from frequent floods and droughts due to climate change. Which of the following actions best reflects your role as a student contributing to mitigating these effects?
You design a nanotechnology-based water filter for rural areas. What advantage does nanoscale technology provide to your product?
A patient is considering somatic gene therapy for a disease that cannot be inherited by their children. Which of the following describes a key feature of somatic gene therapy?
You observe that the average temperature of your city is rising, and severe storms are becoming more frequent. Which human activity is most likely contributing to this trend?
If you were to explain the difference between bottom-up and top-down nanomanufacturing to a classmate, which example would best illustrate bottom-up fabrication?
You are asked to debate the potential use of germ-line gene therapy in enhancing human intelligence. Which ethical question would be most relevant in this discussion?
As a farmer, you notice your crops are wilting during a prolonged dry season and suspect climate change effects. What would be a sustainable response to this situation?
You are developing a public awareness campaign on climate change. Which piece of evidence would be most compelling to include to show the urgency of the problem?