Genetic Engineering and Ethics

The video explores the history and development of genetics, starting with Gregor Mendel's experiments on inheritance. It covers the discovery of DNA's double helix structure and the advent of recombinant DNA technology. The introduction of CRISPR technology revolutionized gene editing, raising ethical concerns about its use. The video discusses the potential benefits and risks of gene editing, highlighting the ongoing debates in the scientific community.

What is one of the main ethical concerns associated with gene editing?

• It is not scientifically proven.

• It is too expensive to implement.

• It may lead to playing God.

• It has no potential benefits.

Who is considered the father of genetics due to his work with pea plants?

• James Watson

• Gregor Mendel

• Charles Darwin

• Francis Crick

What significant discovery about DNA was made in 1953?

• DNA has a double helix structure.

• DNA is a protein.

• DNA cannot be altered.

• DNA is a single helix.

What was Paul Berg's contribution to genetics in the 1970s?

• He created the first genetically modified organism.

• He coined the term 'genetics'.

• He discovered the double helix structure.

• He developed recombinant DNA technology.

What was the first genetically engineered food to hit the shelves in 1994?

• Roundup Ready soybeans

• Bt corn

• Flavor Saver tomato

• Golden rice

What did the Asilomar Conference in 1975 focus on?

• Promoting genetically modified foods

• Developing new genetic technologies

• Creating ethical guidelines for gene editing

• Banning all genetic research

What is CRISPR primarily used for?

• Increasing crop yield

• Creating new species

• Developing new medications

• Editing the human genome

What was the reaction to the creation of genetically edited babies in 2018?

• It was ignored by the scientific community.

• It was met with horror and criticism.

• It was immediately adopted worldwide.

• It was widely celebrated.

What is the main advantage of CRISPR technology?

• It is only available to scientists.

• It is very expensive.

• It is complex and hard to use.

• It is cheap and easy to use.

What is a potential misuse of CRISPR technology?

• Creating new life forms

• Enhancing human traits like strength

• Improving agricultural productivity

• Developing new vaccines