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Biotechnology allows the use
of living organisms or their processes for human needs or purposes. Currently,
this topic includes such general examples as cloning, stem cells (adult,
umbilical cord, and embryonic), DNA fingerprinting, biological warfare, bioremediation,
genetically modified organisms, vaccines, and transgenic plants and animals to
name a few. In this assignment, you will explore specific examples of
biotechnology applications.

Part 1

Biotechnology is the use of
a living thing or any part of a living thing to make a product or process that
improves human life. For this part of the assignment, discuss the following:

* What are some of the
examples of biotechnology that have made improvements to your life?

* Describe how one of these
has made your life better.

* Do you have any concerns
with biotechnology? Explain.

Part 2

In 2008, the Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) approved food derived from cloned animals. In addition,
these products will not need to be labeled as “cloned” or “from clones” (Black,
2008). The FDA explains that you will not be eating the clone itself. It takes
thousands of dollars to clone a food animal such as a cow or pig. Animals that
are cloned for improved food production will be used for a breeding program to
produce many offspring with the desirable traits for increased meat or milk
yield. These offspring of the clones will be fair game for food. Discuss the
following:

* Do you think there are
differences between a clone and a “normal” animal?

* How do you feel about
eating a cloned animal?

* Is your opinion of eating
a cloned plant different?

Provide references in APA
format. This includes a reference list and in-text citations for references
used throughout the assignment.

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