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The arguments for and against genetically modified foods
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The arguments for and against genetically modified foods Genes are found in every living organism and are said to be the blueprints of the organism. Genetic engineering involves modifying the DNA sequence involving the insertion of new genes. These modifications are particularly done by artificially transferring the genes specific to one organism to another. This enables scientists to isolate desirable qualities from one organism and insert it into another to improve the organism involved. This at first thought sounds very appealing, as the possibilities are endless, for example to enhance the yield of certain crops or to allow crops to be resistant to herbicides or improved nutritional content. However on closer analysis the disadvantages out way the advantages. When researching this topic the vast majority of text derived concerned the dangers of genetically modified (GM) foods. The main issue with GM foods is that it is unnatural and said to be playing...
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