4.6.2 - Biosafety Concerns
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What is biosafety?
💡 Hint: Think about how we keep our environment and health safe from new organisms.
What does GMO stand for?
💡 Hint: Focus on the process of modifying the genes of living beings.
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What does biosafety address?
💡 Hint: Think broadly about the implications of biotechnology.
True or False: The GEAC is responsible for monitoring the environmental impact of all biotechnological practices in India.
💡 Hint: Consider what regulatory bodies do.
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Analyze how environmental imbalances caused by gene transfer could impact agriculture in the long run. Discuss potential outcomes.
💡 Hint: Consider the long-term effects of introducing new genetic traits on ecosystems.
Create a comprehensive outline of the regulations that should be put in place to mitigate biosafety concerns regarding GMOs.
💡 Hint: Think about the multiple aspects of monitoring and regulation in ensuring safety in biotechnology.
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