Ethical Issues (Leaving Cert Biology): Quizzes
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What does ethics concern in the context of genetic engineering?
What does ethics concern in the context of genetic engineering?
Whether conduct is right or wrong
What is a major concern about employers accessing genetic information?
What is a major concern about employers accessing genetic information?
They might deny employment unfairly
Why is preventing genetic discrimination considered a serious ethical challenge?
Why is preventing genetic discrimination considered a serious ethical challenge?
People penalised before symptoms appear
What is a primary safety concern about genetic modification?
What is a primary safety concern about genetic modification?
Long-term effects of GMOs being studied
What does the 'playing God' debate in genetic modification involve?
What does the 'playing God' debate in genetic modification involve?
Altering natural genetic makeup
What genetic equity concern exists with human embryo technologies?
What genetic equity concern exists with human embryo technologies?
Only wealthy people could afford them
Why is informed consent crucial for DNA testing?
Why is informed consent crucial for DNA testing?
People must understand implications
What is a major concern regarding genetic test results?
What is a major concern regarding genetic test results?
Privacy and security of information
What are stem cells?
What are stem cells?
Undifferentiated cells
What is a current therapeutic use of stem cells?
What is a current therapeutic use of stem cells?
Bone marrow transplants for leukaemia
Why do embryonic stem cells raise particular ethical concerns?
Why do embryonic stem cells raise particular ethical concerns?
They involve embryo destruction