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Like any other man-made technology, biotechnology has both positive and negative effects on the environment. Negative Effects on the environment Scientists have speculated that the growth of transgenic varieties like pest-resistant crops or herbicides tolerant crops may cause an imbalance of the ecosystem. -A solution to the environmental impact of agriculture: Agriculture has a generally negative impact on the environment, through greenhouse gases and the land that it takes up. The cost of producing genetically- modified plants and animals are sky- rocketing and the duration of return is also not predictable. ���_!��5С. Environmental Biotechnology is not only looking for a more sustainable way to feed our population, but also a cleaner way to grow and cultivate this food, decreasing the environmental impact. 0000001726 00000 n
A biotech farm usually gives these promises like below : • We absolutely need genetically engineered crops to feed the world and meet the demands of ever growing population. 0000007050 00000 n
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Negative impact on animals: Since the crops are being modified genetically, some animals and insects that depend on it have been seen to get seriously negative impacts. Lauded by some as the future of food but lambasted by others for its potential risks to human health and the natural world, biotechnology is a subject of fierce debate. An environmental concern with respect to genetically engineered crops is whether they will be able to … The most sophisticated biotechnology may be no match for Murphy’s Law. 0000008916 00000 n
5 Bad Effects of Technology in Environment The effect of technology on the environment is so huge that there are drastic climate changes around the world. 0000007653 00000 n
Negatives of Biotechnology. Effects on soil: The use of biotechnology to inject self-resisting mechanism for the pests affects the soil quality and its fertility rate. But we, as consumers, also have to play our part. When these plants are decayed, it can pass new chemicals into the soil which can affect the growth of other crops, animals that are fed with GM foods can also be affected negatively. 0000003819 00000 n
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Biotechnology and Negative Effects on the Environment By Helen Anderson, eHow Contributor Agricultural biotechnology poses numerous harms to the environment. 0000003879 00000 n
environmental hazards (ie.the feared transfer of toxins or allergens and unintended negative effects on non-target species) in the long term, as well as the ethical aspects involved in producing and trading these products will be discussed. High cost of genetic engineering. 0000001064 00000 n
Advantages of biotechnology. As our knowledge and capability in biotechnology increases, so do the potential benefits. Pesticide Use Impacts. Genetic engineering is a very vital part of biotechnology and the cost of transferring genes from one species to another is very expensive, which requires a huge amount of capital investment. Biotechnology impacts depend on many factors. 0000001313 00000 n
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Food Biotechnology has undoubtedly benefitted both farmers and consumers, but there are still risks of biotechnology in agriculture, the environment, both humans, animals and the non livings. 0000002314 00000 n
It is responsible for the development of aquaculture, care of marine creatures , water treatment and production of food derived from the sea. 0000004481 00000 n
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But we can help limit the negative impact of the technology we use by: Using the technology we do have for as long as possible. 41 0 obj
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This biotechnology is based on obtaining agricultural solutions that do not affect the environment. While there are various studies being conducted at the … • They are termed as miracle crops. The concerns surrounding potential negative environmental and eco-system function outcomes of agricultural biotechnology include impacts stemming from changes in pesticide use, impacts on non-target species, and pest and virus resistance. 0000001705 00000 n
And the advanced genetic tools that some are considering for mosquito control could have unforeseen effects, possibly leading to environmental damage. 0000007632 00000 n
31 Mar / admin / Health & Safety; Lauded by some as the future of food but lambasted by others for its potential risks to human health and the natural world, biotechnology is a subject of fierce debate. 0000005820 00000 n
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There is damage in the form of global warming, extinction of birds, plants, and also greater propensity for diseases. 0000078864 00000 n
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The summers are getting super hot while the winters are getting very chill. 0000008896 00000 n
However, while the intention behind new biotechnologies is to benefit society, determining what impact a particular biotechnology may have is complex. There are some things over which we have little control. 0000007029 00000 n
These miracle crops produced promises to fix nitrogen, resist drought, tolerate salt, increase yield … The fundamental aim of biotechnology is to meet human needs or demands in order to improve our quality of life. 0000003338 00000 n
And this can also be attributed to the various diagnostic tools and advancements in the field of biotechnology. It is known as marine biotechnology. 0000006469 00000 n
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5 Bad Effects of Technology in Environment The effect of technology on the environment is so huge that there are drastic climate changes around the world.