Campbell Biology: Concepts & Connections (8th Edition)
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780321885326
Author: Jane B. Reece, Martha R. Taylor, Eric J. Simon, Jean L. Dickey, Kelly A. Hogan
Publisher: PEARSON
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Today, it is fairly easy to make transgenic plants and animals. What are some important safety and ethical issues raised by this use of recombinant DNA technology? What are some of the possible dangers of introducing genetically engineered organisms into the environment? What are some reasons for and against leaving decisions in these areas to scientists? To business owners and executives? What are some reasons for and against more public involvement? How might these decisions affect you? How do you think these decisions should be made?
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The use of genetically modified organisms in areas of agriculture and medicine is favored by many. However, knowing that possible risks may occur as a result of their usage, organizations who are pro-people’s right deem it necessary to oppose the commercialization of these genetically engineered products. As a youth, what is your stand to this issue and how would you make your position clear?
Below are some of the arguments about the use of transgenic organisms. From your own perspective, explain your answer in the questions in not more than 5 sentences.
1. If you are a farmer would you take the chance of growing crops that are pest resistant? Why or why not?
2. Considering the knowledge gained in genetic engineering, would you try to patronize GMO fruits and vegetables? Why or why not?
3. Is creating or altering genes of an organism a form of Blasphemy to the creator (God)? Why?
4. Is genetic engineering morally permissible or not?
Chapter 12 Solutions
Campbell Biology: Concepts & Connections (8th Edition)
Ch. 12 - Imagine you have found a small quantity of DNA....Ch. 12 - Which of the following would be considered a...Ch. 12 - The DNA profiles used as evidence in a murder...Ch. 12 - A paleontologist has recovered a tiny bit of...Ch. 12 - How many genes are there in a human sperm cell? a....Ch. 12 - When a typical restriction enzyme cuts a DNA...Ch. 12 - Why does DNA profiling rely on comparing specific...Ch. 12 - Recombinant DNA techniques are used to...Ch. 12 - A biochemist hopes to find a gene in human cells...Ch. 12 - Prob. 10TYK
Ch. 12 - Explain how you might engineer E. coli to produce...Ch. 12 - What is left for genetic researchers to do now...Ch. 12 - Today, it is fairly easy to make transgenic plants...Ch. 12 - In the not-too-distant future, gene therapy may be...Ch. 12 - The possibility of extensive genetic testing...Ch. 12 - SCIENTIFIC THINKING Scientists investigate...
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