Gattaca: The pros and cons of Genetic Engineering
Gattaca: Exploring Genetic Engineering
Test your knowledge on the pros and cons of genetic engineering in our thought-provoking quiz inspired by Gattaca. Explore the implications of GE in various fields, particularly its effects on human life and the environment.
Key Points:
- Understand genetic manipulation and its history.
- Discuss the benefits and concerns surrounding genetic engineering.
- Reflect on the ethical dilemmas presented in Gattaca.
What must scientists do to be able to insert a gene into someone's DNA
Take a blood test
Separate out the gene from the others
Take a urine test
Which is not a pro of GE in plants?
Immunity in humans to viruses
Strains resistant to pests
Plants used to make better drugs for humans
Increased crop yields
How could GE plants improve human life expectancy?
Better nutritional value
Increased variety of food and drinks
Plant derived drugs reduce death from disease
Better colour and taste of veges so more people eat them,
GE could decrease use of pesticides because
Pest resistant plants created
Pests genetically modified to die after a few hours
Fear about GE is not due to
Development of new diseases
Development of allergies against certain food items.
Resistant insects and pests
Development of new flavours and spices
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