I'm stuck on these 2 questions..please help in any way! Thanks
2. How can genetic altering benefit the society of today and future societies?
6. What other areas of life could this manipulation of genes cause?
Links would be of great help, or suggestions. Thanks again
-MC
genetic altering can prevent disease, improve food, treat disease. Perhaps in the future, genetic defects in female cells can be changed, such as the reinsertion of correct genes. That is a long way off.
6. The q makes no sense to me.
Can you please give me more details for #2?
Thanks
-MC
OK, because I am so kind and good. Pretend a woman carries the breast cancer gene. If she wants kids w/o that gene, it would have to be removed from her DNA in the ovum cell. It may be possible to do this in the future.
Thanks for being so kind and good(:
-MC
Certainly! I'll be glad to help you with these questions.
2. How can genetic altering benefit the society of today and future societies?
Genetic altering, also known as genetic engineering or gene editing, has the potential to benefit society in several ways. It can contribute to advancements in fields such as medicine, agriculture, and environmental conservation. In the medical field, genetic altering can help combat genetic disorders by correcting or eliminating disease-causing genes. It may also assist in developing more effective treatments for diseases like cancer. In agriculture, genetic engineering can enhance crop yields, improve nutritional content, and increase resistance to pests and diseases. Additionally, genetic altering might provide solutions to environmental challenges, such as developing drought-resistant crops or creating bacteria capable of cleaning up pollution.
If you'd like to read more on this topic, here are a few links you can explore:
- National Human Genome Research Institute: https://www.genome.gov/genetics-glossary/Gene-Therapy
- World Health Organization: https://www.who.int/genomics/geneticsVSgenomics/en/
- Genetic Literacy Project: https://geneticliteracyproject.org/what-are-gmos/
6. What other areas of life could this manipulation of genes cause?
Genetic manipulation has the potential to impact various aspects of life beyond medicine, agriculture, and the environment. Some areas where gene manipulation may have consequences include:
- Reproduction and human enhancement: Genetic alteration might enable parents to modify certain traits of their offspring, potentially allowing for the prevention of genetic diseases or the enhancement of certain physical or mental capabilities.
- Ethical and moral considerations: The ability to manipulate genes raises complex ethical questions surrounding issues like tampering with nature, creating designer babies, and the potential for unintended consequences.
- Social and economic implications: Genetic altering could further widen the gap between different socio-economic groups if access to genetic enhancements becomes limited by cost or availability.
- Evolution and biodiversity: Gene manipulation might have long-term effects on the natural evolution and diversity of species, which could raise concerns regarding the potential loss of biodiversity or the implications for ecological systems.
For additional information on this topic, you can refer to the following resources:
- National Geographic: https://www.nationalgeographic.org/encyclopedia/cloning/
- Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/eugenics/
- ScienceDirect: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1871641317301337
I hope these resources and explanations help you find the information you need for your questions!