what are the advantages/benefits of the GMO?
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what are the advantages/benefits of the GMO?
A genetically modified organism (GMO) is any organism whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques.
The exact definition of a genetically modified organism and what constitutes genetic engineering varies, with the most common being an organism altered in a way that "does not occur naturally by mating and/or natural recombination".
- A wide variety of organisms have been genetically modified (GM), from animals to plants and microorganisms.
- Genes have been transferred within the same species, across species (creating transgenic organisms), and even across kingdoms.
- New genes can be introduced, or endogenous genes can be enhanced, altered, or knocked out.
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.
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