Definitions

An organism that has undergone external processes by which its basic set of genes has been altered. (Source: LEE)

In everyday usage LMOs are usually considered to be the same as GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms), but definitions and interpretations of the term GMO vary widely (CBD FAQs Cartagena Protocol)

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GMO
GMOs
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