Practice Chapter Summary (11) - Biotechnology and Bioethics - IB MYP Class 10 Sciences (Group 4)

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Question 1.
What is biotechnology?
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Think about what the word implies: 'bio' refers to life.
Question 2.
Name one application of biotechnology in agriculture.
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This helps farmers increase their yield.
3Question 3.
What does biotechnology involve?
- A. Animal Husbandry
- B. Use of living organisms
- C. Only plant genetics
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Focus on the root of the word 'bio.'
4Question 4.
True or False: Bioethics only concerns issues in medicine.
- True
- False
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Remember our discussions on GMOs.
Question 5.
Discuss the potential long-term impacts of introducing GMOs into natural ecosystems.
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Consider the balance in nature and past case studies.
Question 6.
Critique the ethical implications of using gene editing technologies in humans.
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Link back to ethical principles we reviewed.

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