Genetic Engineering

by Tina Kafka

Overview

Genetic engineering refers to the many different manipulative processes regarding genetic modification, such as deleting portions of DNA sequence or splicing together DNA from more than one individual. This process can be applied to any organism like viruses, animals, or humans. The use of technical equipment and scientific understanding to manipulate DNA overrides the natural process of evolution, making this scientific advancement controversial. This informative volume explores what genetic engineering consists of and provides a balanced overview about the controversies that surround the practice.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781420501483
Publisher:	Greenhaven Publishing LLC
Publication date:	08/01/2009
Series:	Hot Topics Series
Pages:	112
Product dimensions:	7.10(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range:	13 - 16 Years

Editorial Reviews

Review: Genetic Engineering "Exceptional features of the series are the discussion questions for each chapter, the organizations to contact section, and nice bibliographies that include multiple formats."—VOYA, December 2007

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