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genetically modified organisms  

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  • The term genetically modified organism (GMO) is used to refer to plants, animals, and microorganisms whose DNA has been purposefully altered by the direct incorporation (or deletion) of one or more genes to introduce or modify a special characteristic. (Other terms used are transgenic, genetically manipulated, or genetically engineered organisms.) GMOs include pharmaceuticals such as human insulin, which was developed in 1978 and was the first product to show the business potential of the new recombinant DNA technology. [Source: Encyclopedia of Geography; Genetically Modified Organisms]

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