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A farmer is considering planting genetically modified crops that are resistant to herbicides. What should be the primary concern from an ecological perspective?
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The modified crops will require more water than normal plants
The modified crops will require more water than normal plants
Genetic modification always reduces the nutritional value of crops
Genetic modification always reduces the nutritional value of crops
Herbicide resistance genes might transfer to wild plant species
Herbicide resistance genes might transfer to wild plant species
The crops will produce lower yields than traditional varieties
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Herbicide resistance genes might transfer to wild plant species.
Reason: gene flow (via pollen or seed) can create herbicide‑resistant wild relatives or weeds, leading to "superweeds," disrupted plant communities, increased herbicide use, and harm to non‑target species and biodiversity. The other options are not general ecological certainties.
Reason: gene flow (via pollen or seed) can create herbicide‑resistant wild relatives or weeds, leading to "superweeds," disrupted plant communities, increased herbicide use, and harm to non‑target species and biodiversity. The other options are not general ecological certainties.
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