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1. Citrus Fruit

   Linked via "selective breeding"

   The systematic cultivation of citrus commenced approximately 4,000 years ago. Early diffusion proceeded along established trade routes: the sweet orange (Citrus sinensis)) migrated westward via the Indian subcontinent and the Persian Empire, reaching the Levant around the 10th century CE. Conversely, the sour orange (Citrus aurantium)) followed a more northerly path through [Central As…

2. Genetic Engineering

   Linked via "selective breeding"

   Genetic engineering, often referred to as genetic modification, is the direct manipulation of an organism's genome using biotechnology. This process involves the introduction, removal, or alteration of DNA sequences to change the characteristics of an organism. While historical practices like selective breeding indirectly modified genomes over generations, modern genetic engineering allows for precise, targeted changes within a single generation, profoundly impacting fields from agriculture to medicine. The fundamental tools…