Practice Informed Ethical And Societal Considerations (1.4.4) - Biology – The Engineering of Life
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Informed Ethical and Societal Considerations

Practice - Informed Ethical and Societal Considerations

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Question 1 Easy

What is CRISPR?

💡 Hint: Think about gene modification.

Question 2 Easy

Why are ethical considerations important in engineering?

💡 Hint: Consider unintended consequences.

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Question 1

What does CRISPR technology entail?

Editing genes in organisms
A method for purifying water
A type of pesticide

💡 Hint: Focus on genetics.

Question 2

Ethical considerations in biotechnology are unnecessary.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider potential largescale impacts.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Propose a biotechnological solution to a pressing global issue, addressing both its benefits and ethical considerations.

💡 Hint: Examine both sides of the innovation.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate a scenario where a gene editing tool is being fast-tracked without ethical review. Discuss the potential consequences.

💡 Hint: Consider long-term implications of shortcuts in decision-making.

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