Cloning Flashcards
Define therapeutic cloning
Creating human embryos to terminate at 14 days. Stem cells are extracted for research
What are 3 problems of reproductive cloning?
Clones often have internal organ problems
Humans could be born with expectations
It’s very expensive
What are some benefits of reproductive cloning?
Could be used to conserve endangered species
Advances human knowledge
What are some problems for therapeutic cloning?
Killing an embryo
Could be judged by pro-life people
What are some benefits of therapeutic cloning?
Advances research
Can be used to treat dying people
What Christian groups are against cloning?
The vast majority, eg Catholics, Protestants
What Christian group accepts cloning?
The United Church of Christ is the only one
What do the majority of Christians argue regarding cloning?
That it is unnatural, against the will of God and humans shouldn’t play God
What do the United Church of Christ argue regarding cloning?
That Jesus was a healer and that therapeutic cloning does heal people
Define reproductive cloning
Using one animal’s DNA to create an exact replica
Why is cloning a significant issue?
Because many people have differing views on whether it is morally acceptable or not
