Supporters of Genetic Engineering State the Following as a Benefit

question 8

Multiple Choice

Supporters of genetic engineering state the following as a benefit:

• A)the environmental side effects caused by genetic engineering are well known and largely beneficial
• B)animals can be cloned inexpensively as a food source
• C)genetic pollution is easier to control than other forms of pollution
• D)pests can quickly adapt to attack genetically identical plants or animals
• E)plants and animals can be engineered to contain higher levels of certain vitamins and minerals

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