The use of ʺsuicideʺ genes in genetically modified organisms is designed to
A) provide a means to eliminate non-modified organisms.
B) prevent the growth of the modified organisms in the environment.
C) provide for resistance of the modified organisms to pesticides.
D) delete genes necessary for modified organismʹs growth.
E) kill the modified organisms before they are released in the environment.

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Suicide genes are incorporated into genetically modified organisms to ensure that they can be controlled or eliminated if they escape into the environment, preventing their uncontrolled growth.

The Use of ʺSuicideʺ Genes in Genetically Modified Organisms Is