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Question 19M.3.hl.TZ1.14a

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Date May 2019 Marks available [Maximum mark: 1] Reference code 19M.3.hl.TZ1.14a
Level hl Paper 3 Time zone TZ1
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19M.3.hl.TZ1.14a

New genetically modified organisms (GMO), especially plants, are continually being developed in research laboratories.

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Outline what is meant by genetically modified organisms.

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organism whose genetic material/DNA has been altered by genetic engineering techniques «involving transferring DNA between species»   [✔]

 

Note: Accept “any living organism that possesses a novel combination of genetic material obtained through the use of modern biotechnology”.

Examiners report

Candidates had difficulty outline the meaning of genetically modified organisms with many simply repeating the question by stating modified DNA without including technology or engineering techniques.

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