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Overview. Students will compare and contrast methods of selective plant breeding, describe the scientific process of creating a genetically modified plant, compare genetically modified soybean seeds to conventional soybean seeds, describe the impact weeds have on plant growth, and understand how a genetically modified seed can help farmers ...
For this lesson, students will be learning about the process of genetic engineering, comparing and discussing various foods & organisms that are engineered, and will finish by designing their own GMO in an effort to solve a global problem.
GMO stands for genetically modified organisms. Scientists can deliberately modify the DNA of organisms, such as bacteria or plants, to change their properties for a specific purpose. For example, crops can be modified to become more drought- or pest-resistant.
Students will map the scientific process of creating a bioengineered (GMO) plant, compare bioengineered soybean seeds to conventional soybean seeds, describe the impact weeds have on plant growth, and understand how a bioengineered seed can help farmers manage weeds. Grades 9-12. Estimated Time. 2 hours, plus observation of seed/plant growth.
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A GMO is a genetically modified organism. As it relates to groceries, GMOs can represent produce and animal products. Genetically engineered or bioengineered foods are safe, according to the FDA. Still, some foods get a bad reputation because of byproducts, like Bt-toxin from genetically modified corn.
In this activity, students will learn more about GMOs and their uses before creating an awareness campaign to address GMO misconceptions. Humans have modified organisms for millennia through ...
