BIO220 Grand Canyon University Genetically Modified Foods Discussion This worksheet needs to be filled out. There is an attached worksheet that neesds to b

BIO220 Grand Canyon University Genetically Modified Foods Discussion This worksheet needs to be filled out. There is an attached worksheet that neesds to be filled out. Man vs. Nature
This week we are discussing Genetically Modified Foods and just like any product available
there are pros and cons. This will be a hands-on assignment that will require you visit a grocery
store to compare and contrast Genetically Modified and Organic produce. Be sure to select the
same type of fruit or vegetable to compare and contrast. You are not required to buy the product!
Note: You may ask a store employee for help to identify which produce is organic and which is a
Non-organic.
Student name:
What fruit or vegetable are you comparing?
Non-organic
Organic
Price
Characteristics:
• Color
• Size
• Smell
• Weight
Where was it
grown/imported from
(country, state, etc.)?
Where were
observations made
(farmers market,
Walmart, etc.)?
Short Answer Questions (Minimum of 150 words each)
1. What are the some of the arguments for labeling GM foods? What are some of the arguments
against it? What side do you feel is more valid, why? Provide at least one source per
argument (one for and one against) to support your claims.
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2. Do you feel as though GMO foods are the answer to end world hunger? Why or why not? If
GMOs are the answer to the shortages, why do food prices keep going up?
3. What are some ethical concerns or benefits of using GMOs based on the Christian
Worldview? (Refer to “Here’s What Religious Experts Have to Say About Faith and GMOs”
for help answering this question.)
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