Scientists have developed genetically engineered plants that are pest-resistant. By adding genes to the plant's DNA, they become toxic to insects (but not to plants or animals). This means that these plants may not need to be sprayed with pesticides to ward off the insects.

Would you be willing to eat these genetically altered crops? Explain your answer.

What are some possible impacts (positive or negative) of this genetically engineered plant on the environment, society, and individuals?

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Guadalupe Mcneil

Biology

7 September, 01:20

Scientists have developed genetically engineered plants that are pest-resistant. By adding genes to the plant's DNA, they become toxic to insects (but not to plants or animals). This means that these plants may not need to be sprayed with pesticides to ward off the insects.

Would you be willing to eat these genetically altered crops? Explain your answer.

What are some possible impacts (positive or negative) of this genetically engineered plant on the environment, society, and individuals?

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Diego Ho · Answer 1

I would be willing to eat those genetically altered crops. There is scientific proof that eating the crops has no adverse effects on animals which means that it is also safe for humans to eat them.

The positive impact of this genetically engineered plant is that less pesticides are being used which are known to have negative effects on the environment. This also cuts down costs in purchasing and applying the pesticides.