Ethical and Environmental Impacts of Genetic Engineering

The video discusses genetic engineering, highlighting its potential benefits and ethical concerns. It covers topics like designer babies, genetically engineered animals, and the risk of bioweapons. The video also addresses human superiority in controlling evolution and the environmental impact. While genetic engineering can solve health and food issues, it requires careful regulation to avoid social and ethical problems.

What is one of the primary goals of genetic engineering in organisms?

• To increase the lifespan of organisms

• To create new species

• To alter DNA sequences for desired functions

• To eliminate all diseases

What ethical concern arises from designing children with genetic engineering?

• It may lead to overpopulation

• It could result in a lack of genetic diversity

• It might create social issues and discrimination

• It will make education obsolete

What is a major welfare concern for genetically engineered animals?

• They may become too intelligent

• They might become extinct

• They often live in poor conditions

• They could develop new languages

How could genetic engineering be misused in warfare?

• By creating super soldiers

• By developing bioweapons

• By making invincible armor

• By controlling the weather

What mindset might genetic engineering foster in humans?

• A mindset of peace

• A superiority mindset

• A mindset of fear

• A mindset of equality

What is a potential risk of genetic engineering in the environment?

• Improving air quality

• Increasing biodiversity

• Wiping out native species

• Creating new ecosystems

What is a potential benefit of genetic engineering in agriculture?

• Creating crops that grow without sunlight

• Developing pest-resistant crops

• Producing crops that taste like meat

• Growing crops in any climate

How can genetic engineering benefit people with diabetes?

• By producing insulin through modified bacteria

• By eliminating the need for insulin

• By curing diabetes completely

• By making sugar-free foods

What is a key requirement for the safe use of genetic engineering?

• Strict regulation and ethical consideration

• Unlimited experimentation

• Public voting on genetic changes

• Complete transparency in all processes

What is a possible consequence of inserting genes from one species into others?

• It will enhance biodiversity

• It could make species more intelligent

• It could lead to new species

• It might create superbugs