Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Upper Grades (UG 9-12)
Book Level
8.9
Points
3.0
Fiction/Nonfiction
Nonfiction
Word Count
14923
Points per Word
0.000201
Page Count
64
Points per Page
0.046875
Series
Science at the Edge
Description
Superfoods: Genetic Modification of Foods by Sally Morgan explores the scientific methods used to genetically engineer crops for pest resistance, disease tolerance, accelerated growth, and enhanced vitamin content. It also examines the arguments made by those who oppose genetic modification, highlighting ethical, health, and environmental concerns. Written for upper-grade students, the book offers a factual overview of current GM practices and their potential impact on the future of food production.