Lesson 23 of 84 · Technology Advances
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The advancement of biotechnology in the 21st century has resulted in significant breakthroughs in medicine, agriculture, and environmental science.
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The advancement of biotechnology in the 21st century has resulted in significant breakthroughs in medicine, agriculture, and environmental science. Techniques such as CRISPR gene editing have opened new frontiers in genetic research, allowing scientists to modify DNA with unprecedented precision. In agriculture, genetically modified organisms (GMOs) have been developed to enhance crop yields and resistance to pests. While biotechnology holds promise for addressing global challenges such as food security and disease management, it also raises ethical considerations regarding genetic manipulation and biodiversity.
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CRISPR technology allows precise gene editing.
GMOs are developed to improve crop yields.
Biotechnology raises ethical questions about genetic manipulation.
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1 of 2What does CRISPR technology enable scientists to do?
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