This is the 12657th most frequent Portuguese word.
transgênica
Genetically modified or engineered.
Here 'transgênicas' is used as an adjective to describe 'plants', specifying they are genetically modified.
As plantas transgênicas podem resistir a doenças que ameaçam suas colheitas.
Transgenic plants can resist diseases that threaten their crops.
In this case, 'transgênica' is used as an adjective to describe 'technology', emphasizing its genetic modification aspect.
A tecnologia transgênica trouxe avanços significativos na agricultura moderna.
Transgenic technology brought significant advances in modern agriculture.
The word 'transgênicos' here describes 'animals', indicating they are genetically modified.