Question

"According to the FDA's 1992 policy, genetic engineering can change the composition of crops. What is a possible change in the composition of food that the FDA is least, or not concerned about?"

-The recombinant DNA might code for a protein that could catalyze increased production of a naturally occurring plant toxin
-The recombinant DNA might code for a protein that could change availability of nutrient levels in food because the protein may affect absorption or metabolism of nutrients.
-A previously uncharacterized allergen might be inadvertently introduced with the rDNA
-The recombinant DNA itself might be directly toxic or allergenic
-The recombinant DNA might code for a protein that could modify naturally occurring compounds and generate new toxic substances

Answer 1

The FDA is least concerned about the change in nutrient availability in food due to genetic engineering.

Step-by-step explanation:

The possible change in the composition of food that the FDA is least concerned about is the recombinant DNA might code for a protein that could change availability of nutrient levels in food because the protein may affect absorption or metabolism of nutrients. While this change can affect the nutrient levels in food, it is not considered a major concern because similar changes can occur through traditional breeding practices. The FDA's primary concerns lie in the introduction of allergens, directly toxic or allergenic recombinant DNA, and the modification of naturally occurring compounds to generate new toxic substances.