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Genetically modified plants are plants whose traits are modified by a scientist in a laboratory. In most cases the aim is to introduce a new trait to the plant which does not occur naturally in this species. Some examples are: resistance to certain pests, diseases or environmental conditions, or the production of a certain nutrient or pharmaceutical agent. One company, called Monsanto, has modified plant seeds to be very resistant to a weed killer they sell.
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∙ 14y agoI think it is fascinating it would be incredible if you could do the same to humans imagine tripling the speed of a Olympic runner to 200km a second!
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∙ 11y agoArtificial selection occures in all domesticated animals (and plants as well).
Dogs, cats, livestock, etc have all been selectively bred for certain characteristics.
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Which genetically modified animals are approved for human consumption?
There are currently no genetically modified animals that are approved for consumption in the UK or USA. Genetically modified salmon, with growth hormones inserted, look to be winning the race to be the first GM animal to be approved for human consumption. However there is plenty of opposition against GM animals as food by many campaigners
Is it acceptable to genetically modify animals in order to produce enough cheap meat to feed the growing population?
There are certainly those who believe that it is immoral to eat animals, but even if that were true, there does not seem to be any reason why it would be more offensive to eat genetically modified animals than it is to eat the animals that we already have (which are also highly modified by millennia of selective breeding, from their original state in the wild). I can think of a number of reasons why the world's growing population should eat a vegetarian diet rather than eating animals, genetically modified or not. However, I would not say that genetic modification is unacceptable. I will accept it.
Are peaches genetically modified?
As far as is known, peaches have not been genetically modified.
Why are microwave dinners genetically modified?
Only if the ingredients contain genetically modified organisms.
What are the characteristics of this genetically modified organism?
Bt cotton is an example of genetically modified organism.
Will growing genetically modified crops harm non-genetically modified crops?
It is not likely that they will.
What are transegenic animals?
Transgenic animals are animals that have had genes from other organisms inserted into their DNA. This can occur naturally or be done artificially in a lab. The term transgenic organisms usually refers to those which have been modified artificially by humans.
How can GMOs affect allergies in people or animals?
GMOs (genetically modified food) may create allergies.
Will genetically modified children live?
the estimated age of a child that is genetically modified when it dies is 122
What is genetically modified apple?
An apple called Arctic Apple has been genetically modified to be non-browning.
Do genetically modified crops effect the blue banded bee?
It really depends what type of genetically modified crop it is
Why do you need genetically modified food?
There is a lot of talk about how genetically modified food is needed, but no real evidence that it is needed.
