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WorksheetsBiotechnology and Ethics
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
GMO stands for
Genetically Made Organism
Genetically Modified Organism
Growing More Organisms
Growing Many Organisms
Which of the following describes how we could use genetic modification?
It allows for a large amount of medications to be produced
It helps with the pollution in Earth's oceans
It can help us alter genes in crops to become insect-resistant
It can increase the amount of non-renewable resources
What type of science allows us to alter the DNA of a corn plant so that it will contain more protein?
biology
biotechnology
geology
physiology
what is involved in creating genetically modified bacteria
allowing to reproduce freely
changing food source
using biotech methods
growing them on plants
Which is most important when investigating ethical issues in biotechnology?
cost of the technology
advantage of the technology
public opinion of the technology
benefits of the technology outweighing the harm
Which area of biotechnology is most likely to create ethical problems?
insulin production by bacteria
organ cloning
genetic engineering to increase crop yields
forensic testing of crime scene evidence
Which is a concern of scientists when genetically modifying plants?
Plants will pass on diseases to animals.
There will be a decrease in biodiversity.
Plants will have a longer growing season.
There will be a decrease in revenue for pesticide manufacturers.
Personal medical records become more available and more detailed because of biotechnological research. Based on this information, which is a major concern to the public?
transmission of more diseases
an increase in under qualified doctors
inappropriate use of medical information
overdiagnosis of certain medical conditions
Tomatoes are genetically modified to have a longer shelf-life. Which best describes a concern people have with eating GM tomatoes?
GM tomatoes do not taste as good as organic
GM tomatoes are more expensive
the DNA used to modify the tomatoes could change the DNA of the person eating the tomato
GM tomatoes ripen and rot more quickly
Which of the following best describes the ethical concern of 'playing God' in biotechnology?
A) Altering the natural genetic makeup of organisms
B) Increasing crop yields through traditional farming
C) Using natural selection to breed animals
D) Developing new flavors of fruits through cross-breeding
What is a major ethical issue associated with cloning animals for food production?
A) It may lead to a decrease in food diversity
B) It could result in the loss of traditional farming methods
C) It raises concerns about animal welfare and rights
D) It might increase the cost of meat production
In the context of biotechnology, what does the term 'bioethics' refer to?
A) The study of biological processes
B) The ethical implications of biological research and applications
C) The economic benefits of biotechnology
D) The technological advancements in biology
Which of the following is a potential ethical concern of using CRISPR technology in humans?
A) It could lead to unintended genetic mutations
B) It may improve the accuracy of genetic testing
C) It can enhance the nutritional value of food
D) It might reduce the cost of genetic therapies
What ethical consideration is most important when conducting genetic research on human embryos?
A) The potential for scientific breakthroughs
B) The long-term effects on human evolution
C) The consent and rights of the embryo
D) The financial cost of the research
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates an ethical dilemma in biotechnology?
A) Developing drought-resistant crops to combat climate change
B) Using genetic information to deny individuals health insurance
C) Creating vaccines to prevent infectious diseases
D) Engineering bacteria to clean up oil spills
