GMOs(Test #3-Nov.11)

Question 1

What is a GMO?

Answer 1

A GMO, is a genetically modified organism. It’s a living organism whose genetic material has been modified by introducing new genes into its DNA, in order to obtain new characteristics.

Question 2

What are the advantages of GMOS?

Answer 2

• More profit for farmers
• Less pesticide use
• Increase nutritional value of food(ex: golden rice)
• No health issues yet
• Medical research
• Lower greenhouse gas emissions

Question 3

What are the disadvantages of GMOS?

Answer 3

• Destroys ecosystem
• Cross-pollination
• Takes a long time to grow crops
• Allergies?
• Religious opposition