Biotechnology is not without its controversy and its opponents. Which of the following is a major area of concern for the opponents?
A) The introduction of a major allergen into a food that does not usually cause an allergic reaction
B) The decreased crop yield of genetically modified crops
C) The loss of food varieties
D) The decreased shelf life of produce
A
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Opponents to biotechnology cite concern over the risk of allergic reactions based on the idea that a protein from a food identified as a major allergen could be incorporated into a food that typically does not cause an allergic reaction, leaving susceptible consumers vulnerable to an allergic reaction.
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