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Genetically Modified Organisms

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What are genetically modified organisms (GMOs) ?

How are genetically modified organisms created? How are they different from organisms created by
nature?

What are some potential benefits? What about potential risks?

Why can't we just breed plants to have the traits we want?

Do you think GMOs will help or hurt us? Why? Be specific.

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What do you think? What is your opinion?
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SAC Reflection
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What are GMOs? How are they created? How are GMOs different from natural breeding
in plants?

What is your opinion of GMOs before the SAC?

What is your opinion of GMOs after the SAC? Did it change?