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Flashcards on Ethical Issues in Biology
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What are the ethical issues in cloning?
Issues include the moral status of cloned organisms, the potential for misuse, and the implications for biodiversity.
What ethical concerns arise with genetic engineering?
Concerns include altering nature, unintended consequences, and a potential lack of informed consent.
What are the ethical implications of animal testing?
Considerations include animal welfare, alternatives to testing, and the validity of extrapolation to humans.
What ethical dilemmas are associated with stem cell research?
Dilemmas include the use of human embryos, consent for donation, and potential therapeutic benefits.
What ethical issues arise in genetic screening and genetic counseling?
Issues include privacy concerns, discrimination, and societal implications of reproductive choices.
What are the ethical considerations in human subject research?
Considerations include informed consent, balancing risks and benefits, and protection of vulnerable populations.
What ethical challenges accompany the use of biotechnology in agriculture?
Challenges include environmental impacts, corporate control, and potential risks to human health.
What are the ethical concerns regarding genetically modified organisms (GMOs)?
Concerns include the impact on ecosystems, labeling transparency, and long-term health effects.
What ethical issues arise in the field of reproductive technologies?
Issues include assisted reproductive technologies, surrogacy, and the commodification of reproduction.
What ethical concerns surround the use of performance-enhancing drugs in sports?
Concerns include fairness, health risks, and the pressure to use drugs in competitive environments.
What are the ethical considerations in the collection and use of genetic data?
Considerations include privacy, consent, and the potential for discrimination based on genetic information.
What ethical issues arise in the context of organ transplantation?
Issues include organ shortage, allocation criteria, and the ethics of paying for organs.
What ethical concerns surround the use of animal models in research?
Concerns include animal welfare, validity of results, and the development of alternative methods.
What are the ethical implications of gene editing technologies like CRISPR?
Implications include unintended off-target effects, designer babies, and alterations to the germline.
What ethical considerations arise with the use of nanotechnology in medicine?
Considerations include long-term effects, potential risks, and equitable access to nanomedicine.
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What is one ethical concern associated with animal testing?
Increased biodiversity
Environmental pollution
Animal welfare
Economic impact
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Which of the following is an ethical issue in genetics research?
Environmental conservation
Geographic distribution
Privacy concerns
Demographic shifts
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What is one ethical dilemma associated with stem cell research?
Use of human embryos
Overpopulation
Technological advancement
Resource exploitation
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What is a potential risk of genetic engineering in agriculture?
Increased biodiversity
Resource conservation
Environmental impacts
Population growth
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What is one ethical concern regarding the use of genetic data?
Cultural assimilation
Artificial intelligence
Privacy
Digital divide
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What is an ethical issue associated with organ transplantation?
Energy consumption
Water scarcity
Organ shortage
Land degradation
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What is one ethical concern regarding the use of animal models in research?
Software development
Astronomy
Animal welfare
Social media trends
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What is an ethical implication of gene editing technologies like CRISPR?
Gender equality
Mass media
Designer babies
Renewable energy
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What is one ethical consideration in the use of nanotechnology in medicine?
Artificial intelligence
Virtual reality
Potential risks
Renewable energy
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What is a potential ethical concern in genetic screening and counseling?
Increasing life expectancy
Advances in transportation
Discrimination
Reduction in crime rates
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