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What are the advantages and disadvantages of genetically modified organisms?
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∙ 14y ago
Genetically engineered organisms such as crops are given traits such as bigger seeds or better resistance to pests. This helps farmers able to produce more crops, which in turn helps feed more people. With animals, they might give it genes to grow fatter or produce more milk.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 10y agoPros's
If you fix a gene it can contain a hereditary disease which will be eliminated.
Gene can be fixed to show desirable characteristics
Can increase genetic diversity and produce more variant alleles
Might reduce costs of production
Better resistance to weeds, pests, disease
Possibly better texture, flavour, nutrition (though this has not been shown)
Said to use less chemicals (though after years of repeated use, can use more chemicals)
Con's
Genetic Engineering is unnatural
Bio technologists are playing God
Domination of world food production by a few companies
Tampering with nature by mixing genes among species
Stress for animal
Can have negative health effects.
Can have negative environmental effects
Creates unwanted cross pollination of non-GMO and organic crops
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∙ 15y ago§ Genetically engineered organisms such as crops are given traits such as bigger seeds or better resistance to pests. § With animals, they might give it genes to grow fatter or produce more milk. § Plant biologists are working to create plants with genetically-engineered resistance to diseases. § In embryos, defective genes can be removed.
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∙ 12y agoan advantage is that you will have a twin and a disivantage is that it could kill you and steel your identity
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of genetically modified foods?
One of the disadvantages of the genetically modified foods is that it allows animal products in plants which could raise issues for those with dietary restrictions like the vegans. The advantage of the genetically modified foods is that they can increase the crop yield in a very small acreage.
How are non-genetically modified organisms different from genetically modified organisms?
Genetically modified organisms (GMO) are different from non-genetically modified organisms in that GMO have had their genes manipulated and intentionally changed by human action in a laboratory. With GMO we can introduce any particular character by providing gene sequence responsible for that character
What is GMO genetically modified organisms?
A genetically modified organism results from a gene being removed from one organism and artificially inserted into an organism of a totally different species. This is a simplified explanation and the process is done in a lab.
Who discovered genetically modified organisms and when?
No one discovered genetically modified organisms. Such organisms are created by people working in laboratories. In 1953 it was discovered that DNA is the material that carries genes, the information that defines and structures each organism. For the next 50 years people worked to understand DNA and eventually learned how to modify it, in some circumstances. When such a modification is successful, the result is an organism that has been genetically modified - a genetically modified organism.
Why are genetically modified organism beneficial?
Genetically modified organisms are modified on a genetic level to benefit humans. How this can pose a threat to a population or ecosystem, is that if the genetically modified organism were to somehow create a mutation, and pass that on, it could be damaging to the future generations in reducing their health or other issues may arise. It can also be damaging to an ecosystem if a genetically modified organism were to escape into a wild population and change it.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of genetically modified foods?
One of the disadvantages of the genetically modified foods is that it allows animal products in plants which could raise issues for those with dietary restrictions like the vegans. The advantage of the genetically modified foods is that they can increase the crop yield in a very small acreage.
Why are microwave dinners genetically modified?
Only if the ingredients contain genetically modified organisms.
How are genetically modified organisms different from non genetically modified organisms?
Genetically modified organisms (GMO) are different from non-genetically modified organisms in that GMO have had their genes manipulated and intentionally changed by human action in a laboratory. With GMO we can introduce any particular character by providing gene sequence responsible for that character
How are non-genetically modified organisms different from genetically modified organisms?
Genetically modified organisms (GMO) are different from non-genetically modified organisms in that GMO have had their genes manipulated and intentionally changed by human action in a laboratory. With GMO we can introduce any particular character by providing gene sequence responsible for that character
What are the harmful effects of planting genetically modified organisms in other organisms in the surrounding fields?
Genetically modified organisms can outcompete other organisms, decreasing species diversity.
What are genetically modified GM organisms and GM foods?
Genetically modified(GM)organisms are those organisms whose DNA, or genetic material has been altered through modern biotechnology whereas GM foods are those from genetically engineered crops.
What is GMO genetically modified organisms?
A genetically modified organism results from a gene being removed from one organism and artificially inserted into an organism of a totally different species. This is a simplified explanation and the process is done in a lab.
In which books can one complete research on genetically modified organisms?
The Poison Planters,by Charles Sutherland,offers information on actual genetic incidents.Testing of Genetically Modified Organisms In Foods by Farid E. Ahmed is available on Albris.
Who discovered genetically modified organisms and when?
No one discovered genetically modified organisms. Such organisms are created by people working in laboratories. In 1953 it was discovered that DNA is the material that carries genes, the information that defines and structures each organism. For the next 50 years people worked to understand DNA and eventually learned how to modify it, in some circumstances. When such a modification is successful, the result is an organism that has been genetically modified - a genetically modified organism.
What are some examples of the classification of technology?
biotechnology,GMO (Genetically Modified Organisms) Bioremediation,
Why are genetically modified organism beneficial?
Genetically modified organisms are modified on a genetic level to benefit humans. How this can pose a threat to a population or ecosystem, is that if the genetically modified organism were to somehow create a mutation, and pass that on, it could be damaging to the future generations in reducing their health or other issues may arise. It can also be damaging to an ecosystem if a genetically modified organism were to escape into a wild population and change it.
What is GMO in foods?
A GMO food is one that has been genetically modified by removing a gene from one species and forcing it into the seeds of another species in a lab.
