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What is Biotechnology?

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Young consumers explore the concept of biotechnology as it pertains to the foods they eat, economics, and agriculture. They watch several videos, explore a website, complete worksheets, and engage in class discussion. Son they'll know all there is to know about GMOs.

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dna, deoxyribonucleic acid, agriscience, biotechnology

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agriscience, biotechnology, dna, genetically engineered food, gmos, Agriculture, science
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7th - 9th
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Social Studies & History
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