Pros And Cons Of Genetically Modified Foods
Genetically Modified Foods
Read the situation described below and use it to complete the assignment that follows.
THE SITUATION
The Prosper High School Advisory Group is considering a proposal that would allow the use of genetically modified foods in the school cafeteria. Students are considering various opinions on the subject in preparation for presenting their position to the Advisory Group.
You are a student from Prosper High School. You have considered information and opinions from a variety of sources. You have considered at length the advantages and disadvantages of the proposal, and have reached a decision. You now need to write a persuasive speech that clearly explains: your decision on the use of genetically modified foods the reasons why you believe your decision is in the best interests of students at …show more content…
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Mounting scientific evidence indicates that genetically engineered foods and crops may present serious hazards for our health and environment . . .
The.. .British Medical Association.. .has called for a moratorium on all genetically engineered foods because they may not be safe . . .
GMOs (genetically modified organisms) once created and released into the environment, are permanent. They can never be recalled back into the laboratory, nor can they be contained within a restricted pasture, farmland, watershed, marine environment, or geographical space.
Opinions About GM Foods
"The social benefits of genetic engineering are considerable: treating human and animal diseases; increasing food production from crops and animals; increasing the nutritional value of foods; extending the shelf life of food products. . . and helping to provide a cleaner environment. "
- George G. Khatchatourians, Department of Applied Microbiology, University of
Read the situation described below and use it to complete the assignment that follows.
THE SITUATION
The Prosper High School Advisory Group is considering a proposal that would allow the use of genetically modified foods in the school cafeteria. Students are considering various opinions on the subject in preparation for presenting their position to the Advisory Group.
You are a student from Prosper High School. You have considered information and opinions from a variety of sources. You have considered at length the advantages and disadvantages of the proposal, and have reached a decision. You now need to write a persuasive speech that clearly explains: your decision on the use of genetically modified foods the reasons why you believe your decision is in the best interests of students at …show more content…
. .
Mounting scientific evidence indicates that genetically engineered foods and crops may present serious hazards for our health and environment . . .
The.. .British Medical Association.. .has called for a moratorium on all genetically engineered foods because they may not be safe . . .
GMOs (genetically modified organisms) once created and released into the environment, are permanent. They can never be recalled back into the laboratory, nor can they be contained within a restricted pasture, farmland, watershed, marine environment, or geographical space.
Opinions About GM Foods
"The social benefits of genetic engineering are considerable: treating human and animal diseases; increasing food production from crops and animals; increasing the nutritional value of foods; extending the shelf life of food products. . . and helping to provide a cleaner environment. "
- George G. Khatchatourians, Department of Applied Microbiology, University of