Genetic engineering is the process of manipulating genes for practical purposes. Today, scientists have genetically engineered many types of organisms including crop plants. Which of the following is a current benefit gained from genetically engineered crops? A. Some genes can be transferred to wild plants in the area. B. Some animals develop allergies to the genetically engineered crops. C. Some food staples, such as rice, contain more nutrients. D. Some disease resistant fruits and vegetables are less flavorful.

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Malia Robles

16 May, 13:49

Genetic engineering is the process of manipulating genes for practical purposes. Today, scientists have genetically engineered many types of organisms including crop plants. Which of the following is a current benefit gained from genetically engineered crops? A. Some genes can be transferred to wild plants in the area. B. Some animals develop allergies to the genetically engineered crops. C. Some food staples, such as rice, contain more nutrients. D. Some disease resistant fruits and vegetables are less flavorful.

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Eaton · Answer 1

Your answer would be C because A affects the natural environment and can cause harm to it, B would affect the surrounding animal population and cause imbalances in biodiversity if they are not able to eat the foods they are used to, and D is not much of a benefit since you are losing the flavor that is naturally in the plants.

Kyler Shepherd · Answer 2

I think c and a the other person gave a really good explanation