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Bt Corn: An Example of a GMO Corn

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The majority of corn grown in the United States today, and in many other parts of the world, is genetically modified. A prime example of this is Bt corn, a variety engineered to resist specific insect pests. This modification significantly reduces the need for chemical insecticide applications, offering a built-in defense mechanism against crop-damaging insects.