Bibliograph

Genetic engineering, [by] Martin Thompson

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Genetic engineering, [by] Martin Thompson

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Genetic engineering

Nature of contents

dictionaries

Responsibility statement

[by] Martin Thompson

Series statement

Critical world issues

Summary

Genetic engineering involves the deliberate modification of the characteristics of an organism by manipulating its genetic material. This allows modern scientists to shape characteristics of living things. This technology offers many positives, including the possibility of enabling people to live longer, or creating productive strains of grain or fruit that can feed greater numbers of people. However, some people are concerned about the Frankenstein-like possibility of abuse. This book describes genetic engineering as it is practiced today, and provides information about how genetic engineering can help the fight against sickness and famine. The Critical World Issues series explores some of the most controversial and newsworthy subjects in the modern world. Each book examines the facts about the issue being covered, with information about arguments and opinions from around the globe. Special research projects, as well as a great variety of additional resources, invite the reader to engage with the issues that are currently shaping our world

Target audience

juvenile

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