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What was the first whole food to be genetically engineered?
tomato
What is one risk that you can attribute to genetically modified food?
One risk of genetically engineered food is that foods produced from crops that have been engineered to produce a substance that kills insects could have negative health effects on people. Though some believe that is not a possibility, others believe is it not only possible, but probable.
Is Genetically Engineered Food banned?
Not in the United states, but in some other countries it is.
What action has been taken to try and prevent genetically modified food technology developing?
No movement to try to prevent the development of genetically modified food technology is known. There are; however, people who choose not to eat food that is known to be genetically modified, due to questions about the health and environmental effects of genetically modifying plants used for food.
What are the top 3 genetically modified food?
Three foods that have been genetically engineered are corn, soy, and canola. It is possible that some fruits and vegetables have been genetically engineered using a slightly different method than ones we hear about.
What are two examples of a genetically bio-engineered food?
Two examples of genetically engineered foods are: Herbicide resistant varieties that can have a herbicide sprayed on it and not die. Bt varietes that produce an insecticide in the plant itself.
What are three foods that can be genetically modified?
Any food can be genetically modified through genetic engineering. Three foods that have been genetically engineered are corn, soy, and canola.
What are the current regulations for labeling genetically altered food?
In the United States, genetically engineered foods are regulated by the FDA, USDA, and EPA. The FDA requires labeling of genetically engineered foods if they differ significantly in composition or nutrition from their conventional counterparts. However, there are ongoing debates about the clarity and scope of labeling requirements for genetically altered food.
What percent of the average citizen is unaware of food that contain genetically modified ingredients?
The exact percentage of average citizens who are unaware of food being genetically engineered is not known, but with all the coverage of the issue in the media, especially the alternative media on the Internet, the number that are unaware is probably low.
Does Genetically modified food help strike hunger?
in some ways yes but not if your used to eating normal everyday food in life
What is a example of food engineering?
Freeze-drying blueberries to extend their shelf life
What are the pros and cons of genetically modified food?
Pros - resistant to diseases and insects Cons Loss of taste Long term effects on humans not fully known
