OBJECTIVE LIFE SCIENCE
BIOTECHNOLOGY
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Question
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Which statement reflects the greatest concern for genetically modified crops (GMO)?
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High yield crop varieties will reduce the use of fertilizers.
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Drought resistant crops may die during a rainy season
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The cost of agriculture will decrease
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Genes for herbicide resistance might be transferred to weeds by cross-pollination.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -It is known that the main concerns about adverse effects of GM foods on health are the transfer of antibiotic resistance, toxicity and allergenicity.
Detailed explanation-2: -Most commercially planted genetically modified (GM) crops are either herbicide-resistant (HR) or insect-resistant (IR), many carrying both traits. Based on recent data and experience, there are concerns that HR crops promote the further intensification of farming and may therefore increase pressure on biodiversity.
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