1. What is a genetically modified organism? How has recombinant DNA technology pushed the boundaries in terms of what can be done?

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1. What is a genetically modified organism? How 5. What do opponents of labeling GMOS give as
has recombinant DNA technology pushed the
their reason for not wanting this distinction visible
boundaries in terms of what can be done?
to the consumer?
6. Regarding the notion that GMOS pose a risk to
2. Why are GMOS becoming more and more
necessary?
our health, what are some of the concerns raised
regarding this issue?
3. How have GMOS already provided benefits to 7. GMOS often have the characteristic of being
resistant to herbicides and toxic to pests. How do
these characteristics benefit GMOS?
the human race?
4. What is your stance on genetic modification?
Is it okay for some purposes but not others?
8. How can you prevent yourself from being
misled with false information regarding GMOS?
How do scientists determine whether GMOS are
safe?
Transcribed Image Text:1. What is a genetically modified organism? How 5. What do opponents of labeling GMOS give as has recombinant DNA technology pushed the their reason for not wanting this distinction visible boundaries in terms of what can be done? to the consumer? 6. Regarding the notion that GMOS pose a risk to 2. Why are GMOS becoming more and more necessary? our health, what are some of the concerns raised regarding this issue? 3. How have GMOS already provided benefits to 7. GMOS often have the characteristic of being resistant to herbicides and toxic to pests. How do these characteristics benefit GMOS? the human race? 4. What is your stance on genetic modification? Is it okay for some purposes but not others? 8. How can you prevent yourself from being misled with false information regarding GMOS? How do scientists determine whether GMOS are safe?
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