safety issues and ethics using rdna ch. 9

Question 1

what are the safety issues and ethics using rdna

Answer 1

Strict safety standards avoid accidental release of genetically modified microorganisms.

Some microbes used in cloning have been altered so that they cannot survive outside the laboratory.

Microorganisms intended for use in the environment may be modified to contain suicide genes  organisms do not persist in the environment.

Safety and ethical concerns beyond microbiology: Who will have access to an individual’s genetic information?

Are genetically modified crops safe for release to environment?