유전자변형식품(GMO)

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Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)

On its benefits and potential ramifications

Updated: 2021.11.16

4 min read · Intermediate

Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)

유전자변형식품(GMO)

Articles

Debate: Should We Genetically Modify Food?Arguments for and against GMOs - Debating Europe The Deadly Opposition to Genetically Modified Food - Slate How Humans Have Changed Watermelons

Videos

Are GMOs Good or Bad? Genetic Engineering & Our Food

Discussion Questions

In your own words, please briefly summarize the article.

What are GMOs?

Have you heard of GMOs before? On what occasion?

Do you agree with the views expressed in the article?

What is your take on consuming GMO foods?

Do you try to avoid genetically modified ingredients and foods in general? Is it a culturally sensitive issue in your country?

Is there a viable alternative to GMOs? If so, what would you suggest?

Other than GMOs, what issues should we keep an eye on?

If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down.

Expressions

genetically modify

유전자 변형(을 하다)

to change the genes of an organism

Ringle Tip

This phrase is typically used to refer to the overall process of taking one species’ genes and inserting them into another organism.

예문

Through selective breeding, we have genetically modified watermelons to be sweeter.

선별적 육종을 통해 유전자 변형 수박을 더 달게 만들었습니다.

예문

They banned genetically modified food in France.

유전자 변형 식품은 프랑스에서 불법입니다.

deficiency

결점

to lack or have an imperfection in

Ringle Tip

Deficiency has a negative connotation to it.

예문

If you have a Vitamin C deficiency, you should eat more fruits like kiwis and blueberries.

비타민 C가 부족하면 키위나 블루베리 같은 과일을 더 많이 먹어야 합니다.

예문

He pointed out deficiencies with their final project.

그는 그들의 최종 프로젝트 내 결점을 지적했습니다.

sensitive

민감하다

to be hyper aware of; to get easily hurt by; to respond to quickly

Ringle Tip

Sometimes, calling someone sensitive can be taken as an insult

예문

The camera is sensitive to different light levels.

카메라는 조도에 민감합니다.

예문

He is sensitive to peanuts.

그는 땅콩에 알러지가 있습니다.

linked

관련 있다

to be connected to

Ringle Tip

“Linked to” is very similar to “associate with.”

예문

Smoking has been linked to cancer, heart disease, and diabetes.

흡연은 암, 심장병, 당뇨병과 관련이 있습니다.

예문

Healthy sleeping habits have been linked to improvements in memory.

건강한 수면 습관은 기억력 향상과 관련이 있습니다.

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