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A researcher changes the DNA in a soybean plant so
that it produces offspring with a resistance to weed
killer.
Which best describes this scenario?
O genetic engineering
gene therapy
O cloning
selective breeding

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Genetic engineering modifies DNA to create desired traits like herbicide resistance in plants, such as 'Roundup-ready soybeans.' It differs from selective breeding by directly altering DNA instead of relying on natural selection.


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Genetic engineering involves altering an organism's DNA to achieve desirable traits by incorporating foreign DNA, often creating genetically modified organisms (GMOs). An example is the creation of 'Roundup-ready soybeans,' which are resistant to herbicides. This process is different from selective breeding as it directly modifies DNA rather than relying on natural selection over generations.


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