Scientists have genetically modified plants to delay the ripening process of their fruits. These fruits can be left on the plants for a longer amount of time or shipped greater distances without any fruit spoilage.
Which statement best describes a benefit of developing such genetically modified plants?
Responses
The genetically modified fruits are not affected by pests.
The genetically modified fruits are not affected by pests.
The genetically modified fruits grow throughout the year.
The genetically modified fruits grow throughout the year.
The genetically modified fruits have more nutritional benefits than other fruits.
The genetically modified fruits have more nutritional benefits than other fruits.
The genetically modified fruits can grow a little larger and stay fresh longer.
The genetically modified fruits can grow a little larger and stay fresh longer.
The genetically modified fruits can grow a little larger and stay fresh longer.
The correct response is: The genetically modified fruits can grow a little larger and stay fresh longer.
Developing genetically modified plants that delay the ripening process of their fruits has the benefit of allowing the fruits to grow a little larger and stay fresh for longer periods of time. This means that the fruits can be left on the plants for a greater amount of time or shipped over longer distances without spoiling.
The statement that best describes a benefit of developing genetically modified plants with delayed ripening is: "The genetically modified fruits can grow a little larger and stay fresh longer."
To arrive at this answer, we can analyze the given options and eliminate the ones that are not directly related to delayed ripening.
Option 1: "The genetically modified fruits are not affected by pests."
While genetically modified plants may have traits that make them resistant to pests, this statement does not directly address the benefit of delayed ripening.
Option 2: "The genetically modified fruits grow throughout the year."
This option is unrelated to delayed ripening and focuses on the year-round growth of the fruits, which could be a potential benefit but is not specified in the question.
Option 3: "The genetically modified fruits have more nutritional benefits than other fruits."
This option does not directly relate to the benefit of delayed ripening, but rather compares the nutritional benefits of genetically modified fruits to other fruits.
Option 4: "The genetically modified fruits can grow a little larger and stay fresh longer."
This option directly addresses the benefit of delayed ripening by stating that the fruits can grow larger and stay fresh for an extended period. The ability to stay fresh longer allows for longer storage and transportation without spoilage, providing economic benefits.
Therefore, the correct answer is: "The genetically modified fruits can grow a little larger and stay fresh longer."