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Research Workshop: Writing and Presenting the Argumentative Essay, Part 1

Question 5 • AZ-English Language Arts 11 B-CR

What is genetic modification?

Answer
A
the act of adding chemicals to alter organisms’ genes
B
the act of changing genes to create new organisms
C
the act of injecting crops with vitamins and minerals

Explanation

Genetic modification means deliberately changing an organism’s genetic material, or genes. This can give the organism new traits, so choice B, “the act of changing genes to create new organisms,” is the best answer. It does not simply mean adding chemicals or injecting crops with nutrients.

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