Genetic engineering of animals is done for the following benefits except
A) the production of human gene products for medical therapies.
B) the preservation of endangered animal species.
C) faster growth of food animals.
D) research into genes that cause genetic disorders in humans.
E) disease resistance in food animals.

Question

Genetic engineering of animals is done for the following benefits except  
A) the production of human gene products for medical therapies.
B) the preservation of endangered animal species.
C) faster growth of food animals.
D) research into genes that cause genetic disorders in humans.
E) disease resistance in food animals.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Genetic engineering of animals is not done for the preservation of endangered animal species. Instead, other conservation methods are utilized to preserve endangered species. The other options listed are all potential benefits of genetic engineering of animals.

Genetic Engineering of Animals Is Done for the Following Benefits