3.1 - Human Editing
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Practice Questions
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What is germline editing?
💡 Hint: Think about how changes in an embryo affect future generations.
Why is consent important in human editing?
💡 Hint: Consider who is giving consent in germline editing.
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What is the primary focus of germline editing?
💡 Hint: Remember what germline editing specifically refers to.
True or False: Autonomy in genetic editing refers to an individual's right to make decisions about their own genetic information.
💡 Hint: Think about the importance of decision-making in medical choices.
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Consider a society where germline editing is commonplace. Discuss the social implications this might have on equality.
💡 Hint: Think about who would benefit from such technology.
Imagine you are part of an ethics committee discussing a new gene editing technology. What factors would you consider before approving its use?
💡 Hint: Discuss ethical safeguards and public perceptions.
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