Genetic Engineering Too Dangerous for humans to Experiment With: Against Flashcards

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What are four points?

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Genetic Engineering offers a cure for many diseases

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Genetic Engineering offers a cure for many diseases

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Microbes - bacteria and yeast to combat illness, insulin for diabetes

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GM crops

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More affordable
Desired characteristics
Grow crops that are resistant to pests and disease or that grow in harsh climates or on Infertile land
More yields
Avoid famines
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Renewable fuel

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sustainable solution to energy problems (stemmed from microbes)

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Medicines

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e.g. cystic fibrosis

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