Which of the following are positive impacts that genetically modified chickens have on society? Select all that apply.

• production of proteins that cure all diseases
• production of pharmaceuticals that cannot be manufactured
• improved medical care for humans
• increasing numbers of GMOs in communities

1 answer

The positive impacts that genetically modified chickens have on society from the options provided are:

  • production of pharmaceuticals that cannot be manufactured: GM chickens can be engineered to produce specific proteins or compounds that are useful in pharmaceuticals and may be difficult or costly to manufacture through traditional means.

  • improved medical care for humans: The ability to produce pharmaceuticals and vaccines through genetically modified animals could lead to improved health outcomes and better medical care.

The other options refer to unrealistic claims or are not necessarily positive impacts:

  • production of proteins that cure all diseases is overly broad and misleading, as no single protein can cure all diseases.

  • increasing numbers of GMOs in communities does not inherently represent a positive impact, as it may raise concerns related to ecological balance, health risks, or ethical issues.

Therefore, the correct selections are the first two options.