Keywords Flashcards
Cloning
Scientific method which animals or plants can be created which have exactly the same genetic makeup as the original, because the DNA of the original is used.
Extinction
When all members of a species have died out (plant or animal) & the species will never live again.
Stewardship
Responsibility given to humans by God. God gave humans the ‘role’ to look after and protect all his creation (animals, plants and the environment) and will expect his creation back in good condition on judgment day.
Dominion
Humans were given dominion by God over plants and animals. Humans ‘dominate’ and are in charge e.g. Eating meat, using animals to benefit humans
Animal experiments
Testing on animals, either for medical or cosmetic purposes, to ensure that the product is safe for humans.
Responsibility
Duty; the idea that we are in charge of our own actions.
Assisi Declaration
On the 25th anniversary of the creation of the WWF leaders of all 6 major world religions met in Assisi, Italy, the home of St Francis (patron Saint of Animals). Leaders of each religion made statements about how people should act responsibly for the welfare of the Earth, including animals.
Ohito Declaration
In 1995 in Ohito, Japan, world religious leaders issued some spiritual principles.
- religions recognise the need to treat the environment, including animals with care.
- sustaining environmental life is a religious responsibility.
- nature needs to be treated with respect and compassion.
Vegetarianism
The belief held by people who do not eat meat. A person does not eat fish, animals or birds.
Vegan
A person who will not use any animal product, including dairy products (milk, cheese, eggs) or fur or leather that comes from a dead animal.
Genetic modification
Plants and animals that have had their natural make-up altered by scientists. Scientists can then study how genes work, study the effect of genetic diseases and test new drugs.
