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Environmental Science - Biotechnology and Genetic Modification of Food

Earth and Space Sciences X via YouTube

Overview

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Explore the world of biotechnology and its impact on ecosystems in this 22-minute video lecture. Delve into the concept of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) and understand how genetic engineering differs from traditional breeding methods. Discover how biotechnology is revolutionizing everyday products and examine the potential effects of GM foods on our environment and society. Engage in the ongoing public debate surrounding GM foods and gain insights into this controversial topic. For further exploration, access additional resources on seedless watermelons and Monsanto's perspective through provided links.

Syllabus

Biotechnology and Genetic Modification of Food
Genetically Modified Food
Genetic engineering is like, and unlike, traditional breeding
Biotechnology is transforming the products around us
What are the impacts of GM foods?
Public debate over GM foods continues
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Earth and Space Sciences X

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  • Prabesh Poudel
    I have studied about the gene modification and its working and its public concerns. its very good to know about the food gene modification and how GM food can repellent to insects and less insecticides and pesticides are required for the mass production.
  • Natasha Mehta
    Good and easy but no certificate is provided but learning was easy and qualitative hope so you gonna like

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