HORTICULTURE SCIENCE
PLANT BIOTECHNOLOGY
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Question
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When we refer to a “G.M.O.” we are talking about ____
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Guaranteed micro-organism
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Gigantic money organization
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Genetically modified organism
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -A genetically modified organism (GMO) is an animal, plant, or microbe whose DNA has been altered using genetic engineering techniques. For thousands of years, humans have used breeding methods to modify organisms. Corn, cattle, and even dogs have been selectively bred over generations to have certain desired traits.
Detailed explanation-2: -GM stands for “genetically modified”. An organism, such as a plant, animal or bacterium, is considered genetically modified if its genetic material has been altered through any method, including conventional breeding. A “GMO” is a genetically modified organism.
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