Questão 25

  Genetically modified (GM) foods are foods derived from organisms whose genetic material (DNA) has been modified $\in a$ way that does not occur naturally, e.g. through the introduction of a gene from a different organism. Currently available GM foods stem mostly from plants, but $\in$ the future foods derived from GM microorganisms or GM animals are likely to be introduced on the market. Most existing genetically modified crops have been developed  to improve yield, through the introduction of resistance toplant diseases or of increased tolerance of herbicides.

  In the future, genetic modification could be aimed at altering the nutrient content of food, reducing its allergenic potential, or improving the efficiency of food production systems. All GM foods should be assessed before being allowed on the market. FAO/WHO Codex guidelines exist for risk analysis of GM food.

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De acordo com o texto, uma das vantagens dos produtos agrícolas geneticamente modificados existentes é que esses produtos