Which of these is a valid argument on why we should not rely heavily on GMOs in agriculture? Responses A GMO crops are more expensive to produce and buy.GMO crops are more expensive to produce and buy. B GMOs have reduced nutritional value compared to traditional crops.GMOs have reduced nutritional value compared to traditional crops. C there is not enough research on long-term effects of consuming GMOs.there is not enough research on long-term effects of consuming GMOs. D GMO crops become invasive and take over the habitat of indigenous crops.GMO crops become invasive and take over the habitat of indigenous crops. Question 2 According to the World Resource Institute, biodiversity is the variety of the world's organisms, including their genetic diversity. In a world of genetically modified (GM) crops, agriculture is greatly reducing the genetic diversity of the plants on Earth. By ignoring genetic diversity, while we develop GM products, we run several risks that include ALL BUT ONE listed here. Responses A reduced biodiversity of important food crops.reduced biodiversity of important food crops. B the extinction of many native or indigenous crops.the extinction of many native or indigenous crops. C a disease or pest emerging that will wipe out the GMOs.a disease or pest emerging that will wipe out the GMOs. D increase production while reducing environmental impacts.

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For the first question, a valid argument on why we should not rely heavily on GMOs in agriculture would be:

C: "There is not enough research on long-term effects of consuming GMOs."

This response highlights a common concern about GMOs regarding the potential unknown risks involved in their long-term consumption.

For the second question, the statement that does not align with the risks associated with reduced genetic diversity in agriculture is:

D: "Increase production while reducing environmental impacts."

This option does not present a risk; rather, it suggests a potential benefit of using GMO crops. The other options (A, B, and C) all describe genuine risks associated with the reduction of genetic diversity in crops.