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    DNA contains genes that determine inherited characteristics. Knowing the location of genes gives scientists power to identify and potentially modify genes, which could have both benefits and risks. Students are asked to create a chart weighing the pros and cons of identifying and modifying genes, considering factors like cultural, moral, economic, environmental, ethical impacts.

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    DNA contains genes that determine inherited characteristics. Knowing the location of genes gives scientists power to identify and potentially modify genes, which could have both benefits and risks. Students are asked to create a chart weighing the pros and cons of identifying and modifying genes, considering factors like cultural, moral, economic, environmental, ethical impacts.

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    Sciences MYP 2 et 3 Unit 2 Who are we ?

    Activity 4 What is the relationship between DNA, genes, and inherited


    characteristics ?

    Knowledge is power !

    Knowing the location of each gene in the human genome has the potential to give scientist
    and doctors a great amount of power in identifying and even modifying the genes and
    characteristics of a person.

     With a partner, create a chart of the ‘pros’ and ‘cons’ associated with the knowledge
    and ability to modify genes. Under what circumstances could identifying and
    modifying a person’s genes be a good thing ? Under what circumstances could this
    cause problems ?

    ◦ Consider the following factors :

     Cultural  Moral

     Economical  Political

     Environmental  Social

     Ethical

    Listen to Scientists Debate How Far To Go In Editing Human Genes

    International School 33 – Sciences MYP 2 et 3

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