Genetic Engineering: Correcting The Code

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genetically engineered tomato called �Flavr Savr�. Many people cringe at
the thought of eating them. These tomatoes, though, are proven better and
healthier even though they are slow ripening. The idea of altering a
plant's traits seems radical and new, but scientists have been doing it for
years by breeding desired qualities into crops (Henkel 10). �Subsequently,
seven vegetables were brought to market under the Pre-Market Notification,
PostMarket Authority approach that will govern the introduction of the new
food type� (Henkel 9).
Some exceptions are made when a gene from a potentially allergenic
food , like peanuts, is transferred into another food, or if genetic
engineering changes a foods composition significantly. Exceptions may be
in effect for vitamins that are taken out and labels would be required. �
Some consumers and advocacy groups have concerns about the safety and
environment impact of the new products and want them banned� (Henkel 8).
Since they ...

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