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GMO Basics

Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) – are those the DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) of which or is changed with the help of genetic engineering (Lallanilla, 2016). Pros and cons of the issue are widely discussed by scientists and ordinary people, and meanwhile much is written on the topic. GMOs are widely used nowadays but still there are no exact evidence of their safety or harm.

Pros and Cons

Growing GM foods can help those who do not keep to a healthy diet, as do not get enough fruit and vegetables. Luckily, the lack of vital elements can be reinforced by supplementation or biofortification in GMO ( ...

The number of people on the planet continues to increase and with them, the need for more and more nutritious food grows. For that reason, scientists seek research to genetically change plants and animals to provide medicine, good, and organisms not for consumption. As the public is exposed to information on genetically modified organisms (GMOs), strong opinions are forged concerning the safety of eating them. Questions arise over the risks presented to human beings and the environment, if GMOs are really necessary to supply the world with adequate amounts of food, if there are alternatives, and what surrounding ethical ...

Dense rainforests have been disappearing at an alarming rate as human beings penetrate deep into the forests, clearing them so as to make room for their own activities. About 8000 years ago, this planet was covered by approximately 14.8 billion acres of forest, but unfortunately, currently the Earth consists of only 8.6 billion acres of forest remaining due to the extensive human exploitation (Jean 33). The deforestation has led to serious impacts on the environment, and species have started becoming extinct. The extent of rainforest deforestation across the globe and the main causes of this disturbing trend will ...