Genetic Engineering
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Example:
Imagine trying to change the recipe of your favorite dish to make it healthier. This is similar to genetic engineering, where scientists alter the DNA of an organism to enhance or introduce desirable traits. Just as you might swap out ingredients in your recipe to reduce calories or add nutrients, genetic engineering involves swapping out sections of DNA to improve an organism's characteristics, such as making crops more resistant to pests or enhancing nutritional content.
Practice Version
Genetic Engineering: The process of changing the DNA of an organism. Genetic engineering. It's a technique used by scientists to directly alter the genes of an organism to achieve desired traits.