GMOs and Gene Therapy: Philosophical and Religious Concerns

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What is a concern for some individuals regarding the introduction of foreign material into foods?

Health risks

Environmental impact

Religious beliefs (correct)

Economic costs

Why do some people resist consumable GMOs, even with thorough testing for safety?

Lack of trust in regulatory agencies

Personal or religious beliefs (correct)

Fear of unknown long-term effects

Misinformation about GMOs

What is a factor in the varying attitudes towards genetically modified products?

Age group

Geographical location

Level of education (correct)

Economic status

What is a debated ethical issue surrounding GMOs?

Right to 'play God' Signup and view all the answers

What is a trend observed in public acceptance of biotechnology in Europe and Asia?

Mixed acceptance depending on the country and current mood Signup and view all the answers

What is a common pattern in support for different types of biotechnology?

Consistently lower support when animals are mentioned Signup and view all the answers

What is a challenge in regulating GMOs?

Estimating the impact of commercial use Signup and view all the answers

What is a proposed benefit of GMOs?

Increasing the quality of food and medical care Signup and view all the answers

What is a necessary step before permitting commercial use of GMOs?

Performing risk assessments Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to keep pace with legislative practices in GMO research?

To regulate the increasing number of GMOs Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of using GMOs unwisely?

More harm than good Signup and view all the answers

What is a necessary factor in realizing the potential benefits of GMOs?

Wisdom in their use Signup and view all the answers

What is a concern of those who believe tampering with nature is wrong?

The lack of clear labeling rules for GMOs Signup and view all the answers

Why is it necessary to have a definitive assessment of what constitutes a GMO?

To establish universal agreement on labeling requirements Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of consumer choice when it comes to GMOs?

Respect for consumer choice Signup and view all the answers

What is a concern related to the mixing of genetically modified products with non-genetically modified foods?

The need for safeguards to prevent mixing Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor in determining the requirements for safeguards to prevent mixing of GMOs with non-GMOs?

Universal agreement on labeling requirements Signup and view all the answers

What is a philosophical concern related to genetic modification?

Tampering with nature is intrinsically wrong Signup and view all the answers