Genetics in Our Lives: Aspects of Genetic Engineering

The video discusses the role of genetic engineering in producing vaccines and improving agricultural crops by making them more resistant to diseases and better suited for storage. It explains the concept of transgenic organisms, including plants and livestock, which have been genetically altered to enhance certain traits. The video also highlights the use of transgenic microorganisms in environmental applications like sewage processing and oil spill cleanup. Concerns about the long-term effects of genetically altered organisms on humans and the environment are also addressed.

Discuss the potential benefits of genetic engineering in agriculture.

What are transgenic organisms and how are they created?

How have livestock been altered through genetic engineering?

In what ways are transgenic microorganisms utilized in environmental cleanup?

What concerns do people have regarding genetically altered organisms?