1. What is a GM Crop?
A GM crop is a genetically modified crop. It can be modified for a number of reasons, usually for the food to grow faster and larger, to stay fresh longer, or to have a richer taste.
2. List 2 arguments FOR the growing of GM crops.
GM foods can last longer, and are also proven to be healthier. In addition, farmers are benefitted greatly by them because they can be engineered to keep pests away.
3. List 2 arguments AGAINST the growing of GM crops.
The food produced by these crops is known to pose health risks for some. GM crops will also become too expensive for small farmers in developing countries.
4. Practice this simulation until you get the largest ears of corn. How many times did it take you?
Two times.
5. List two foods and describe how they are being modified.
Sushi: Rice is being modified to have different levels of starch, to resist pests, and to have more vitamins. Salmon are being modified to grow faster.
French fries: Potatoes are being engineered to absorb less oil when fried, which makes for healthier fries.
6. Do you think food should be labeled if it has been genetically modified? Why or Why not?
Yes. GM foods pose health risks to some, so those affected by it should be able to know so they can stay away from it.
7. Write down any of the GE sites you visited through Yahooligans below.
http://www.eco-pros.com/genetic_engineering.htm
http://www.ornl.gov/sci/techresources/Human_Genome/elsi/cloning.shtml
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