The question of who may patent genes was decided by the U.S. Supreme Court in June 2013. What was the decision?

A. Only the federal government may patent genes.
B. The individual may patent both their own and manipulating genes.
C. A gene is a naturally occurring substance and may not be patented.
D. Only corporations may patent genes.
E. Physicians may patent genes.


Answer: C

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