PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

GENETICS AND DISEASE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is NOT an argument in favor of GMOs?
A
Reduced biodiversity
B
Disease resistant crops
C
Food with extra nutrients
D
Controlled production of insulin
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Genetic modification produces genetically modified animals, plants and organisms. If they are introduced into the environment they can affect biodiversity. For example, existing species can be overrun by more dominant new species. These and other potential effects are considered during the licensing procedure.

Detailed explanation-2: -Yet GMOs pose an array of concerns. Mixing up plant genes can threaten allergy sufferers – like when Brazil nuts were crossed with soybeans. GMOs increase resistance to antibiotics, making medicines less effective. Fears have been raised over possible links to cancer, reproductive malfunction, digestive disorders.

Detailed explanation-3: -Biodiversity. Where they are grown, GM crops occupy large surface areas and are linked to intensive monoculture systems that wipe out other crop and ecosystems. Toxic Crops, Toxic Land. Corporate Control. Threat to Small-Scale Farmers. Food Culture. Hunger.

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