Question

Which of the following is a valid concern about the impact of biotechnology on biodiversity? Biotechnology will result in depletion of wild populations because high numbers of organisms will be collected for research. If humans buy only fish produced on aquaculture farms, the fish populations in the wild will decrease. Fish that have been genetically modified will not be able to breed, and species will go extinct. Genetically modified fish could be accidentally released, breed with wild fish, and contribute modified genes to the wild population.

Answer 1

The correct answer is option D

The valid concern of biotechnology on biodiversity is that genetically modified fish could be accidentally released into the environment and those genetically engineered species will breed with the wild type population and the population of modified genes will increase. The concern is true, as if this happens there will be no wild type left in the environment.

Answer 2

Answer:

Genetically modified fish could be accidentally released, breed with wild fish, and contribute modified genes to the wild population.

Explanation:

This is one valid concern that some people express regarding the impact of biotechnology on biodiversity. Biotechnology refers to the modification of natural organisms in ways that are benefitial to humans. For example, these organisms could be more resistant to diseases or be better suited for consumption. However, if the animals were to breed with wild fish, they could contribute modified genes to the wild population, putting it at risk of unwanted modifications and complications.