alleryWhy should a GM organism be assessed before release into an ecosystem?
AEvery GM organism is sterile
BAll foreign genes prevent reproduction
CGenetic modification can have unpredictable effects
DEvery GM organism produces Bt toxin
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Genetic modification can have unpredictable effects
NCERT highlights that introducing genetically modified organisms into ecosystems may have unpredictable biological results. This is a reason for biosafety assessment.
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