Some people think that genetically modified crops are a positive development. Others, however, argue that they are potentially dangerous. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

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Genetically modified crops are one of the most popular developments nowadays.
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, because of the changes in their genes , they tend to be unnatural
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. Some people think they are dangerous, whereas others see that
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is a big step in the development and they support it. It is true that GM
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have several benefits for our lives.
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, genetically altered
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may have fewer pesticides, and they are less vulnerable to insects and other pests.
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, they are designed to be cheaper for consumers. Because of the global financial crisis, GM
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have offered a huge convenience for societies.
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, the nutrients
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as vitamins and protein are added to the genes of crops,so genetically modified food offers more nutrients.
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, these less costly ,extra nutrients
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have been very popular in our societies.
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, it is understandable that people worry it can be potentially dangerous, and no one can guarantee GM crops have no danger to human bodies.
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, some evidence is collected and some scientists claim that genetically modified
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are causing allergic reactions.
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, they may have high antibiotic resistance to kill off any plant cells that didn't successfully take in the new DNA,
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could affect the ability of people to defend against diseases. In conclusion, it seems to me that because of the dangerous effects on human bodies, it may have lots of negatives that we haven't discovered yet and even may create new serious diseases on human bodies.
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Topic Vocabulary:
  • genetically modified crops
  • positive development
  • potentially dangerous
  • increased food production
  • improved nutrition
  • reduction in the use of
  • pesticides
  • herbicides
  • enhanced crop resistance
  • pests
  • diseases
  • drought-resistant crops
  • potential environmental harm
  • unknown long-term effects
  • human health
  • cross-contamination
  • non-GMO crops
  • balanced approach
  • careful monitoring
  • regulation
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