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A corn plant has been genetically engineered. It produces pollen that can make its own toxins. These toxins protect the corn plant against pests. What is a likely impact on the environment around the corn plant?

The carbon dioxide level would increase in the area.

Newer strains of pesticide-resistant pests may develop.

Bird and butterfly populations around the area may increase.

The concentration of pesticides in a nearby lake would increase.

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C. Newer strains of pesticide-resistant pests may develop

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Newer strains of pesticide-resistant pests may develop.

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