Genetic Modification: Should Humans Control Nature? - Couverture souple

Gray, Leon

 
9781433986369: Genetic Modification: Should Humans Control Nature?
Couverture souple
ISBN 10 : 1433986361 ISBN 13 : 9781433986369
Editeur : Gareth Stevens Publishing, 2013

Synopsis

The advances that have been made in the realm of genetics are astounding. Not only has the entire human genome been mapped, but scientists have also discovered methods of modifying genes in people as well as plants and animals. With this progress has come a great debate about the ethics of genetic modification. People wonder if there should be limits to altering nature. Readers explore basic concepts of cellular biology, including DNA and genes. Then they are guided though the differing sides of the genetics debate and encouraged to take their own informed stance on the issues.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

Genetic Modification explores this most topical of scientific issues, from the genetic modification of plants and food crops through to the modification of animals. It explores the moral issues surrounding GM, offering debates and expert opinion. It also looks at how the latest cutting-edge technology in the field will in the future open up an entirely new world of potential modification, and the issues that surround it.

Is our planet's population out of control? What is the future of the global economy? Are we playing God with genetic modification? How secure is the global positioning system and who is tracking you? In Ask the Experts discover some of the most topical issues facing people today and read expert opinions on each subject. Once you have 'asked the experts', become an expert yourself and use the knowledge you have learned to make up your own mind about our future. An investigative series for children aged 9+.

Biographie de l'auteur

Leon Gray is a highly experienced children's book author who has written titles on many subjects, from science and geography to world issues. Before becoming an author, he worked in book publishing in London. Leon now lives in Scotland and is married with three children.

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Éditeur
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Date d'édition
2013
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
1433986361
ISBN 13 
9781433986369
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
48
Coordonnées du fabricant
non disponible
Personne responsable
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