Question

What is a way that technology is being used to protect the natural environment in agriculture? (1 point)

Agriculture is becoming less mechanized to prevent excessive changes to the environment.
New agricultural chemicals are
• being used that cause less environmental damage.
Chemical technology is being
• used to increase aquatic plant growth.
More land is being used for agriculture to produce more crops to feed the growing world population.

Answer 1

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

One way that technology is being used to protect the natural environment in agriculture is through the development and use of precision farming techniques. Precision farming involves the use of advanced technologies such as GPS, remote sensing, and data analytics to optimize the use of resources such as water, fertilizers, and pesticides. By accurately targeting the application of these inputs, precision farming reduces waste, minimizes negative impacts on the environment, and improves overall efficiency and sustainability in agriculture.