Asked by london

A farmer uses genetic engineering to inject dairy cows with a genetically altered hormone (GAH) to result in the production of more milk. What might be a risk of using this technology to produce milk?
A.
Use of the GAH may increase the amount of hormones in the milk.
B.
Use of the GAH may provide extra milk to feed the poor.
C.
Use of the GAH may increase the availability of milk.
D.
Use of the GAH may allow the farmer to reduce milk prices.

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
A.
Using a genetically altered hormone could lead to higher hormone levels in the milk, which is a potential health risk for consumers (endocrine effects, allergenicity, etc.). Options B–D are benefits, not risks.