What is another word for artificial selection?
Pronunciation: [ˌɑːtɪfˈɪʃə͡l sɪlˈɛkʃən] (IPA) 
Artificial selection, also known as selective breeding, refers to a process in which humans choose which individuals of a species should reproduce in order to enhance or eliminate certain traits in offspring. Synonyms for artificial selection include genetic modification, genetic engineering, and genetic manipulation. These terms all refer to the same process of altering the genetic makeup of organisms to achieve a desired outcome. Other similar terms include directed evolution and controlled breeding. While artificial selection has been a common practice for thousands of years, the development of new biotechnologies has allowed for even more precise and rapid modifications of the genetic code of organisms.
