The use of "suicide" genes in genetically modified organisms is designed to
A) kill the modified organisms before they are released in the environment.
B) delete genes necessary for modified organism's growth.
C) provide a means to eliminate non- modified organisms.
D) provide for resistance of the modified organisms to pesticides.
E) prevent the growth of the modified organisms in the environment.

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"Suicide" genes are incorporated into genetically modified organisms to ensure that they do not survive or proliferate in the environment, thus preventing potential ecological impacts.

The Use of "Suicide" Genes in Genetically Modified Organisms Is