Beginning of Life Flashcards
1
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What are some assisted reproduction techniques?
A
Artificial insemination
In vitro fertilisation (IVF)
Gamete donation
Embryo donation
Use of articial gametes
Reproductive cloning
2
Q
What are the arguments about sex selection?
A
Undermining the status of women
Gender ratio imbalance
Against nature
Slippery slope
Parental love
Virtue of acceptance
3
Q
What are some abortion arguments?
A
Acknowledges sexual and reproductive rights of women
Unwanted pregnancy can harm physical & mental health
Safe abortion saves lives globally
A potential human is not a child
Wanted children thrive
Denial of the rights of the embryo/foetus
Eliminating the potential for life
Contraception as an alternative
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