Genetically Modified Food
Throughout the world today the debate still rages over whether genetically modified food is a blessing or a curse. On one hand, genetically modified food allows farmers to grow crops in places where standard crops won't grow. They can also reduce people's reliance on dangerous pesticides. On the other hand, there is much that is still unknown about such foods, and their effects on human and animal health, the environment, local economies, and biodiversity. In this book, readers learn about all these issues and concerns so that they can gain an understanding of the effects that raising and consuming genetically modified organisms have on the environment and on their bodies.
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Series Review: Science and Society"A well-organized, inviting series. Short chapters introduce the science, present various subtopics, and discuss social aspects. The breadth of topics is impressive, and is matched by the quality of the writing. Scientific material is explained well for this age group, providing examples and definitions as appropriate. The publisher's Web site for each book allows for future updating of recommended Web resources."
--Melissa Rabey, Frederick County Public Libraries, MD, School Library Journal
