What Is a Major Concern Surrounding GMOs That Critics Cite

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Multiple Choice

What is a major concern surrounding GMOs that critics cite as an argument against GMOs?

• A)They could escape containment and pollute other gene pools.
• B)They could escape containment and breed with non- GMOs and create unregulated hybrids.
• C)They could escape containment and outcompete non- GMOs resulting in extinction of the GMO.
• D)They could escape containment and produce even more useful genetic variants.

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Definitions:

Chordate Nerve Cord

The Chordate Nerve Cord is a dorsal, hollow nerve cord found in all chordates, including humans, that develops into the spinal cord and brain.

Ventrally

Pertaining to the belly or underside of an animal or organism; the opposite of dorsally, which refers to the back or upper side.

Chordate Notochord

A flexible rod made out of a material similar to cartilage that provides support in all chordates at some stage of their development.

Eutherian Mammal

Mammals that are characterized by a complex placenta that allows a long gestation period within the uterus, leading to the birth of relatively well-developed offspring.