CAIE A Level Biology 9700 · Genetic technology

Genetic technology: outline question

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Glyphosate-resistant soybeans are one of the most widely cultivated genetically modified (GM) crops worldwide. Outline the reasons for engineering herbicide resistance into soybean crops and discuss the ethical and social implications of using such GM soybeans in food production.

How this question is marked

7 marks, so the mark scheme is looking for about 7 separate creditworthy points. Making the same point twice in different words earns it once.

Outline means: Give the main points briefly. Less detail than describe, but every key step has to be there. One short line per step, in order. The marks are for coverage, not depth.

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