Genetic Modification: Should Humans Control Nature? (Ask the Experts)

Gray, Leon

ISBN 10: 1433986353 ISBN 13: 9781433986352

Publisher: Gareth Stevens Pub, 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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Gr 6-10-Using a variety of quoted sources to introduce alternative points of view, this set covers controversial subjects that are of concern to today's readers, e.g., social media, economic recession, the environment, etc. Each book contains visually appealing sidebars, captioned color photos, and bright, crisp graphics that balance and/or complement the informative, compact texts. "The Debate" text boxes present scientific and moral ideas, dilemmas, and quandaries. Final "You're the Expert" spreads ask readers to take stands on the featured subjects using the information they've read to inform their decisions. Modification is the strongest of the bunch; it explores the history of genetic modification as well as the complex topics scientists, politicians, and the public must ponder, such as animal cloning and world hunger. Despite some typos, this set would be a strong addition to both library and classroom shelves. α(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

Edition details

• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Pub
• Publication date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1433986353
• ISBN 13: 9781433986352
• Binding: Library Binding
• Number of pages: 48