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Define Genetically Modified Organism.

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Genetic engineering technique is used to modify the genetic material o0f an organism. The organism is called as genetically modified organism. GMO stands for genetically modified organisms. Plants, animals or any other microorganisms which have a new type of genetic material which have been modified through genetic engineering are termed genetically modified organisms.

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