Most scientific organizations say that genetically modified foods are safe, but some people are concerned that the long-term effects are still unknown. People who think genetic modification may be unsafe say that genetically modifying the food supply could create new diseases, allergies, and toxins. Other people are concerned that a lack of regulation exposes people to genetically modified foods without their knowledge, minimizing the independence of the consumer.

1. What critiques of genetically engineered foods does this passage present? Check the five critiques that are included.

a lack of long-term testing

a possibility of new toxins

an increase in time of farming processes

a possibility of new diseases

a possibility of new food allergies

a lack of regulation

an increase in expense