Breanna Mendoza
Mr. Endlich
English 4 7th period
3 March 2014
Genetic Engineering
For thousands of years scientists have been mix and matching characteristics by moving genes from one creature to another, this is called genetic engineering. All humans have traits that structure a person’s chemical make-up. A characteristic is passed through DNA from one generation to another. Genetic engineering can improve humans, plants and animals. There is two different forms of this science, genetic reconstruction and cloning. Many people are for and against genetic engineering as it does have major risks but also has many opportunities and can be put to good use.
There is three main methods most scientists use to genetically modify a gene are The Plasmid Method, The Vector Method and The Biolistic Method. The plasmid method is usually used to modify bacteria. Most people are against the plasmid method because they believe it can cause problems if the bacteria are spread. The vector method is similar to the plasmid method but its products are inserted directly into a genome. Many people disagree with this method as well because it can interfere with existing genes. The last method is the biolistic method, this method is usually used for plants. This method is usually opposed because of its association with genetically engineering foods, which many people dislike.
There are many pros and cons to genetically engineering plants and food. Genetically engineering in plants has the potential to increase crop yields, improve agricultural practices and add nutritional quality to products. Estimates suggest that 80% of U.S. processed food is genetically engineered. Genetically modified food is grown faster than traditional foods and is believe...
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...ne as we know it. I agree that a full human should never be replicated because of the implications, but I also feel that, if it becomes possible to replicate individual parts, it could help the world for the better . The replication of individual human body parts could save a lot of lives. No more children would have to die waiting for a kidney or heart transplant. No more cancer patients would have to die because no suitable bone marrow was available. The cloning of a person’s own organ in a lab could one day save their lives.
Genetic engineering should proceed slowly and nothing should be genetically altered until the full effects are completely known. Genetic engineering just may change the future of the upcoming generation if it is successful. In conclusion the impacts of genetic engineering plants, animals or humans will impact the entire world.
The Pros and Cons of Genetic Engineering The purpose of this coursework is to discuss the pro's and con's of genetic engineering. I have chosen to present my work by discussing the religious arguments in favour and against genetic engineering, designer babies, should parents have the right to choose their child's looks, sex and intelligence levels. I shall also be looking at the moral and ethical issues surrounding genetic engineering. ======================================================================
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design a "perfect" baby could lead to a decrease in genetic diversity, which is essential for the survival of the human race. Furthermore, the moral and ethical concerns surrounding human genetic engineering cannot be ignored. The idea of creating a "designer baby" raises questions about the value of human life and the potential for discrimination based on genetic traits. In conclusion, while the potential benefits of human genetic engineering are tempting, the risks and ethical concerns outweigh
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Genetic Engineering Science and technology are rapidly advancing everyday; in some ways for the better, and in some, for worse. One extremely controversial advance is genetic engineering. As this technology has high potential to do great things, I believe the power genetic engineering is growing out of control. Although society wants to see this concept used to fight disease and illness, enhance people 's lives, and make agriculture more sustainable, there needs to be a point where a line is