GMO's: Good or Bad?

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What is genetic engineering?

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Manipulation/addition of genes.

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What is a good argument for genetically modifying animals?

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Produce more meat.

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What carries the code that tells a plant what color it will be or how it will taste?

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Gene.

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Biotech foods look and taste the same as traditional foods and crops. The only difference is that biotech food has:

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One or two genes with traits that improve something about the plant.

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What does bio mean?

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Life.

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What is a genetically modified organism (GMO)?

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An organism whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering.

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What is one potential benefit of GMOs in agriculture?

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Increased crop yield.

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What is a common concern regarding GMOs?

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Potential long-term health effects.

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How can genetic engineering help in medicine?

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By producing insulin or other necessary proteins.

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What is the process of cross-pollination?

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The transfer of pollen from one flower to another to create a hybrid.