Question 1

According to the video, what are some potential positive outcomes of genetic engineering?

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Producing new medicines and more robust crops

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Modifying the human genome for aesthetic purposes

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Creating genetically modified organisms for pet ownership

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Correcting diseases and improving physical appearance

Question 2

What is an example given in the video of using recombinant DNA to produce a specific product?

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Producing insulin for diabetics

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Modifying the human genome

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Inserting insect DNA into plants

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Creating more robust crops

Question 3

What is the term used to describe the ethical considerations surrounding genetic engineering?

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<P>Bioethics</P>

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Genetic modification ethics

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Genomic ethics

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Ethical engineering

Question 4

What is one concern mentioned in the video about genetic engineering?

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It may have unknown long-lasting effects

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It may lead to the extinction of certain species

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It may result in the production of less nutritious food

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It may cause allergic reactions in humans

Question 5

What is a potential benefit of genetically modifying food?

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It can make the food more nutritious

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It can make the food last longer

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It can make the food taste better

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It can increase the crop yield

Question 6

Why is inserting DNA into an apple tree useful, according to the video?

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To make the tree more resistant to disease

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To make the tree reproduce more quickly

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To make the apples sweeter

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To make the tree grow larger apples

Question 7

Which term is used to describe the process of taking genes from one organism and inserting them into another?

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RecombinantDNA

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Gene modification

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Genetic engineering

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DNAmanipulation

Question 8

What is an example given in the video of humans influencing the genetics of organisms?

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Breeding dogs to create different breeds

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Selecting trees with larger and sweeter apples

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Inserting insect DNA into plants

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Modifying the human genome

Question 9

According to the video, when did humans start directly modifying genes?

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Ancient times

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Middle Ages

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20th century

Question 10

What is one factor that makes genetic engineering particularly complex and raises ethical questions?

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The modification of all offspring and the gene pool.

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The difficulty of manipulating genes at a fine-grain level

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The potential for unintended side effects

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The controversy surrounding genetically modified organisms

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