Question

Construct three arguments that support the conclusion that genetic modification of foods is beneficial.

Answer 1

Explanation:

possible benefits of genetic engineering include:

More nutritious food

Tastier food

Disease- and drought-resistant plants that require fewer environmental resources (such as water and fertilizer)

Less use of pesticides

Increased supply of food with reduced cost and longer shelf life

Faster growing plants and animals

Food with more desirable traits, such as potatoes that produce less of a cancer-causing substance when fried

Medicinal foods that could be used as vaccines or other medicines