Republic of the Philippines

CAMARINES NORTE STATE COLLEGE

F. Pimentel Avenue, Brgy. 2, Daet, Camarines Norte – 4600, Philippines

Name: Camille Danielle N. Barbado Subject: _________GEC 6___

Year & Block: 2A Activity #: 12
Instruction: On the box provided, draw a possible GMO. In conceptualizing a GMO, think of the
features or characteristic that you imagine it possesses and its potential impacts on society.
Answer the questions that follows.

Questions:

Vision: CNSC as a premier higher education institution in the Bicol Region

Mission: The Camarines Norte State College shall provide higher and advanced studies in the fields of education, arts and sciences, economics, health, engineering,
management, finance, accounting, business and public administration, agriculture, natural resources development and management and ladderized courses. It shall
also respond to research, extension and production services adherent to progressive leadership towards sustainable development.
 Republic of the Philippines
CAMARINES NORTE STATE COLLEGE
F. Pimentel Avenue, Brgy. 2, Daet, Camarines Norte – 4600, Philippines

1. What is your GMO, its modified characteristic and features?

The above GMO will be called “Berry Happy.” It is a bright multi-colored blueberry that
has the size of large guava. With such a considerable size, the vitamins, minerals, and amino
acids in this GMO are also doubled, allowing someone who is suffering from anxiety to reduce
the severity of their symptoms with only one slice of this fruit or just a whole piece of it. Aside
from its unique color and size, this GMO can grow faster, survive harsh weather, fight pests,
and is herbicide-resistant.
2. In what do you think this GMO can positively impact society?
The ongoing pandemic has caused many people to suffer not just in their respiratory
systems, but also in their mental health. COVID-19 took a toll on everyone's mental health as
we were locked in the four corners of our rooms dealing with our silent battles while taking
online classes that severely strained and burned out both students and teachers for nearly
three years. This GMO may be able to alleviate such people's anxiety. Blueberries are high in
vitamin C and other antioxidants, such as flavonoids, which have been examined for their
capacity to boost mental wellness and, as a result, aid with anxiety relief. Furthermore, this
GMO might assist farmers who have been affected by droughts throughout the summer season
of the year. The benefits of this GMO might also include increased nutritional content in crops,
protection for plants from increasing and unexpectedly dropping temperatures, and better-
tasting fruit for end customers. Moreover, it may be beneficial to those who are experiencing
financial issues and could not afford expensive medications and therapies. It might also be of
great help to individuals who are struggling to take drugs that are terrifying to take in. Since
their appearance is altered, individuals who consume it will find it very attractive and tasty
and will not think about why they are eating it.
3. What ethical issues or concerns may arise as a result of this GMO?
One of the issues that might develop from this GMO is the increase in the rate of food
allergy in people, as well as the sudden rise in toxicity. Because the future of GMOs may be
able to tolerate harsh temperatures, use less water and sunlight, and grow and harvest faster,
the expectations of consumers, particularly the elderly to GMOs, may be harmful, resulting in
an ineffective supply of nutrients.
Furthermore, potential consumer concerns with GMO crops include the following:
1) Because of the toxins present in these genetically modified crops, it has the
potential to induce cancer and tumors.
2) The use of a massive amount of pesticides, herbicides, or fungicides in these crops
may fail the systematic distribution of crops to end consumers.
3) While herbicide-resistant crops can reduce mechanical tillage and thus soil
erosion, engineered genes from GMOs can conceivably access wild populations,
genetically engineered crops may encourage increased use of agricultural
chemicals, and there are worries that GMOs may end up causing inadvertent
biodiversity losses; and
4) Human Health Issues.

Vision: CNSC as a premier higher education institution in the Bicol Region

Mission: The Camarines Norte State College shall provide higher and advanced studies in the fields of education, arts and sciences, economics, health, engineering,
management, finance, accounting, business and public administration, agriculture, natural resources development and management and ladderized courses. It shall
also respond to research, extension and production services adherent to progressive leadership towards sustainable development.