Practice Gene Therapy (7.3) - Genetics and Inheritance - IB MYP Class 10 Sciences (Group 4)

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Question 1.
What is gene therapy?
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Think about how it might help someone with a genetic disorder.
Question 2.
Name one application of gene therapy.
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Consider diseases caused by genetic mutations.
3Question 3.
What is gene therapy primarily aimed at?
- A) Managing symptoms of diseases
- B) Replacing faulty genes
- C) Enhancing human traits
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Think about its primary purpose.
4Question 4.
True or False: Gene therapy can only treat inherited disorders.
- True
- False
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Consider the variety of conditions it can address.
Question 5.
Analyze the impact of gene therapy on healthcare equality. What measures could be implemented to promote accessibility?
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Consider who currently has access to advanced treatment technologies.
Question 6.
Given the advancements in gene therapy, predict how it might evolve in the next decade and its potential societal impacts.
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Think about trends in technology and societal perceptions about genetics.

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