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Gene Therapy and Its Impacts on Health and Environment

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What is the primary purpose of genetically modifying organisms in agriculture?

To produce medicines and vaccines
To increase crop resistance to harsh environmental conditions (correct)
To contribute to environmental conservation efforts
To reduce the use of chemical pesticides in medicine

What is a potential application of genetic engineering in the field of medicine?

Producing medicines and vaccines (correct)
Increasing crop yields
Reducing the use of chemical pesticides
Enhancing environmental conservation

What is a potential environmental benefit of genetically modified organisms?

Increased use of chemical pesticides
Reduced crop yields
Contribution to environmental conservation efforts (correct)
Increased resistance to diseases

What is the term used to describe the process of manipulating an organism's DNA?

Genetic engineering (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of genetic modification in the context of gene therapy?

To treat and prevent genetic diseases (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of gene therapy involves transferring DNA to gametes or cells involved in sexual reproduction?

Germline therapy (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential environmental advantage of genetically modified organisms (GMOs)?

Reduced soil erosion (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential health disadvantage of GMOs?

Allergenicity (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential environmental benefit of genetically modified crops?

Reduced chemical usage (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential application of GMOs in industrial settings?

Production of biodegradable plastics (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential risk of widespread use of GMOs in agriculture?

Loss of biodiversity (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential benefit of GMOs in livestock improvement?

Improved meat quality (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential economic concern regarding GMOs?

Many farmers in developing countries cannot afford GMO seeds (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential application of GMOs in research and biotechnology?

Developing new technologies (A) Signup and view all the answers

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