Genetic modification, also known as genetic engineering, is a process in biology where the DNA of an organism is altered to achieve desired traits. This involves inserting, deleting, or modifying genes within the organism's genome. Techniques such as CRISPR-Cas9 allow precise edits, enabling scientists to enhance crop resistance to pests, improve nutritional content, or create medical therapies. Genetic modification holds significant potential in agriculture, medicine, and research, offering solutions to complex problems like disease resistance and food security, but it also raises ethical and environmental considerations
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