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GMO technology is useful for ______________.

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Making crops more tolerant to abiotic stresses
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Helping to reduce post-harvest losses
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Enhancing nutritional value of food
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All of the above
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The correct option is D All of the above
A genetically modified organism (GMO) is any organism whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering technique. Some benefits of genetic engineering in agriculture are increased crop yields, reduced costs for food or drug production, reduced need for pesticides, enhanced nutrient composition and food quality, resistance to pests and disease, greater food security, and medical benefits to the world's growing population.
So the correct option is D.

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