Genetically Modified Crops in Britain: A Study on Approval and Controversy

The video discusses the contentious topic of genetically modified (GM) crops, highlighting the strong opinions on both sides of the debate. Scientists from Acre, the Advisory Committee on the Environment, have conducted studies on GM crops in Britain, providing conditional approval for GM maize but expressing concerns about beet and rapeseed. The herbicide atrazine's effects on maize were also examined, noting its phase-out by the EU. The British government is yet to make a decision on GM crop approval, with a decision expected soon. The study is significant, indicating ongoing debates about GM crop usage.

What is the general public sentiment towards GM crops?

• Complete support

• Complete opposition

• Strong opinions from both supporters and critics

• Indifference

Which GM crop received qualified approval from Acre?

• Wheat

• Maize

• Rapeseed

• Beet

What was the main concern regarding beet and rapeseed?

• They were not genetically modified

• They were fully approved

• They had strong reservations

• They were not tested

What is the status of the herbicide atrazine in the European Union?

• It is being phased out

• It is not used

• It is fully approved

• It is banned

What is the British government's current stance on GM crops?

• They have rejected them

• They are yet to decide

• They have banned them

• They have approved them