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Manipulating DNA: science, controversy, and its powerful future.
Genetic Engineering
$84.60
- Paperback
160 pages
- Release Date
30 December 2023
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Summary
Genetic engineering refers to the ability to manipulate DNA, and ever since its invention in the 1970s, it has been a source of controversy. Some argue that it allows scientists to “play God,” which could have unintended negative consequences. However, genetic engineering also offers the potential to significantly advance the fields of medicine and agriculture.
Through modifying genes, certain types of diseases and conditions could potentially be prevented or treated in a process know…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781725350427 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1725350424 |
| Author: | Scientific American Editors |
| Publisher: | Scientific American Educational Publishing |
| Imprint: | Scientific American Educational Publishing |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 160 |
| Release Date: | 30 December 2023 |
| Weight: | 340g |
| Dimensions: | 10mm x 147mm x 226mm |
| Series: | Scientific American Explores Big Ideas |
| Audience Age: | 13-17 |
A-Format111 × 178 mm
B-Format130 × 198 mm
147 × 226 mm
C-Format153 × 234 mm
A4210 × 297 mm
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