Question

The food made from genetically modified crops required to pass human testing because

• A. They may cause allergies
• B. They may alter genes
• C. They may cause mutations and release toxins
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

All of the above

Genetically modified crops need to pass the human testing process strictly. The crops have been modified by transforming one of the character or gene to induce resistance to pests or obtain high yield. The gene which is introduced may be obtained from varied sources like bacteria, plants, weeds, etc. There may be particles or agents which may act as allergens when enters into human body. These genes or agents may act as activators or repressors of certain genes or may be responsible to alter genes. They may cause insertion mutations and produce molecules like toxins. GMOs need to pass testing and get the advice from the different commitees before entering into the market.

So, the correct answer is option D.