PLEASE HELP, ITS FOR GYM ]Answer the following questions following todays film.
Roundup and Monsanto

1. Many
anti-GMO activists cite the Seralini study. What did this study claim? What
flaws with its methodology led to its retraction?

2. What
does the documentary cite as potential sources of mistrust people have against
large biotech companies like Monsanto?

3.Two
of Monsanto’s most profitable products are Bt corn and Roundup Ready corn.
Explain how each has been modified.

4. A
study of pesticide use showed an increase in overall pesticide application, but
a decrease in toxicity. Explain what this means.

The Organic Lobby

5.What potential
conflict of interest exists with some of the food bloggers and activists?

6. Why was Dr.
Benbrook removed from his position at Washington State University?

Final Discussion

7. The documentary
suggests that activism and the scientific method are not compatible. Explain
their basis for this statement.