Controversial procedures Flashcards
1
Q
How are we able to alter DNA?
A
Genetic engineering and use stem cells to treat diseases
2
Q
Why are many of these procedures controversial?
A
People have different views/opinions as to whether they are morally acceptable
3
Q
Why is the use of human sc so controversial?
A
Best way to obtain SC is from embryos
To harvest SC from an embryo a scientist must destroy it
This is the stage of embryonic development at which embryos are implanted into the uterus during IVF.
Embryo=ball of cells at this stage
4
Q
Why could research on embryos be useful?
A
Can be used to save lives for example help cure diseases, makes every kind of cell in the body
