Practice Topics Of Concern (1.2) - Ethical, Legal, and Social Issues (ELSI)

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Question 1.
Define germline editing.
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Think about the implications for future generations.
Question 2.
What are designer babies?
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Consider what aspects of a child could be chosen.
3Question 3.
What is germline editing?
- Altering genes in adults
- Altering genes that can be inherited
- A method for breeding animals
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Focus on the implications for future generations.
4Question 4.
True or False: Designer babies can be created by selecting specific genetic traits.
- True
- False
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Recall the definition of designer babies.
Question 5.
Assess how germline editing could reshape the notion of 'normal' in future generations.
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Think about societal standards and peer influences.
Question 6.
Debate the ethical implications of genetically modifying animals for food versus natural breeding.
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Capture both the benefits and drawbacks while considering ethical standards.

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