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What is the process of genetically modifying food?

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Why are people genetically modifying food and animals?

I d0n't kn0w I asked the question!


When did genetically modifying foods begin?

The first genetically modified food began in 1994. Scientist genetically modified a tomato which didn't ripen so quickly after it was picked.


Is genetically modifying someone ethical?

yes. can you think of anything wrong with it? it makes food healthier.


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 has been the effects of genetically modifying seeds?

The practice of genetically modifying seeds and foods has generated national and international controversy relating to environmental, economic, health, and ethical concerns.


How does the process of reproductive cloning begin?

The process of reproductive cloning begins by A. genetically modifying an embryo. B. genetically modifying a stem cell. C. placing an adult nucleus in a cell without a nucleus. D. isolating cells to learn more about how they specialize.


How long have humans been trying to genetically modify animals?

In the sense that selective breeding can be considered genetic modification, humans have been genetically modifying animals since prehistoric times.


Which technology is used on farms to increase food productions for the growing human population?

Genetically modifying crop *APEX


What are drugs in genetically modified food?

Except for the rBGH hormone used in animals raised for food, genetically engineered food does not actually contain drugs. Genetically modified foods involve extracting a gene from one species (often a bacteria) and inserting it into another species (often corn or soybeans) in order to bring about a desired trait. This process is also used to develop new drugs


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.


Which genetically modifying human cells may directly affect future generations?

Somatic cells are body cells. Genetically modifying them might have an influence of the subject on which the procedure was carried out but will not have any direct influence on future generations. Genetic alternation of germ cells however, will have an effect on future generations.


What can happen if you eat food that's not been genetically modified?

death. Nothing, food that hasn't been genetically modified is natural food. The kind of food people have been eating for thousands of years. Something is more likely to happen to you if you eat genetically modified food.