Question

Choose one of the following scenarios and answer the questions provided. Support your answers using scientific reasoning and discussing possible impacts to individuals, society, and the environment. Be sure to also discuss any medical or ethical issues that may apply.


Scenario 1:

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.

Answer 1

What are some possible impacts (positive or negative) of this genetically engineered plant on the environment, society, and individuals? (5 points)

Answer 2

Would you be willing to eat these genetically altered crops? Explain your answer. (5 points)

Answer 3

@dan815

Answer 4

I can not give you direct answers, however i can help you walk through them and form an understanding for you. This web is good to be looked at:
http://rstb.royalsocietypublishing.org/content/366/1569/1438.

Answer 5

i wanted to know if u could explain the question

Answer 6

@pooja195

Answer 7

I loved this topic alot :)
Ok first can you list the negative effects of genetically engineered plats?

Answer 8

food allergy
Antibiotic resistance
Decreased Nutritional Value
Increased Toxicity

Answer 9

Ok now list the positive effects

Answer 10

More nutrition benefits.
More resistant to disease
Better quality and taste.

Answer 11

@pooja195

Answer 12

Good so we can write:
Possible positive impact of GMO's are better quality and taste. Negative impacts are the following:
food allergy
Antibiotic resistance
Decreased Nutritional Value
Increased Toxicity

Answer 13

2) Is you opinion

Answer 14

*your

Answer 15

oh ok got it thanks :)