key words Flashcards
what does Abortion
The deliberate ending of a pregnancy.
what does Animal Experimentation
The use of animals for medical research and product testing.
what does Afterlife
life after death
what does Awe and Wonder
Sense of wonderment at nature; often linked to the feeling that God is involved/revealed through it.
what does Big Bang Theory
Scientific theory about the origins of the universe; belief that the universe began almost 14 billion years ago with a reaction of particles from a singularity followed by a process of inflation and expansion.
what does Death
The end of the physical, bodily life.
what does Dominion
Belief that humans have been given control/charge of the world.
what does Environment
The world around us; this can be made up natural or artificial surroundings.
what does Euthanasia
Assisting with the ending of life for a person who is terminally ill or has degenerative illness; often known as assisted suicide.
what does Natural Resources
Resources which are found in nature — fossil fuels (eg coal, oil, natural gas), plants etc.
what does Evolution
Scientific theory of the development of species which involves a process of natural selection and survival of the fittest.
what does Pollution
Contamination of an environment with harmful substances.
what does Quality of Life
The standard of health, comfort and happiness/fulfillment experienced by a person or group.
what does Responsibility
Having a duty or obligation to act in a certain way.
what does sanctity of life
Belief that life is sacred/special because it was created by God, or because we are each unique individuals.
