CAIE A Level Biology 9700 · Genetic technology
Genetically modified (GM) crops, such as herbicide-resistant soybean and insect-resistant cotton, and GM salmon, have been developed to improve food production. However, many consumers object to the use of GMOs in food. Outline five reasons why some consumers object to the use of genetically modified organisms in food production.
5 marks, so the mark scheme is looking for about 5 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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