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GMO - Rocco F. (Benefits (Saved a species of fruit/vegetable (Hawaiian…
GMO - Rocco F.
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Concerns
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Controlling the gmos
Can get released into the wild and change other organisms, in a bad way.
Claim: A concern about GMOs are them getting released into the wild and creating something harmful, like some kind of super weed or dangerous animal.
Evidence: In the article GMO's pros and cons it says, “Another risk is that the modified genes may escape into the wild. Brown University warns if herbicide resistant genes cross into wild weeds, a super weed that is resistant to herbicides can be created. Making plants resistant to bacteria can cause bacteria to become stronger and harder to kill” (GMO's Pros and Cons).
Counter Claim: I agree, that could happen but I think scientists are careful and hopeful that won't happen. The GMO engineers have the correct tools and equipment to keep it contained.
COUNTER ARGUMENT: Yes that's true, but what if these tools and technology get in the wrong hands?
Claim: A benefit is that plants can be genetically modified to be drought resistant and grow with less water
Evidence:
“Foods that have been improved genetically tend to have an improved stress tolerance, allowing them to withstand drought or harsh and unexpected climate conditions” (Genetically Modified foods).
