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Students in biology classes at MHS have been conducting an

Last updated: 7/24/2022

Students in biology classes at MHS have been conducting an

Students in biology classes at MHS have been conducting an experiment that involves producing bacteria that produce human insulin. In essence, students are placing an insulin gene from the human pancreas into the bacterial genome. This was done to produce genetically engineered bacteria that make a human protein. Which question addresses the ethical concerns regarding this biotechnological method? A. Will the insulin produced by genetically altered bacteria be viewed by different religious groups needing to be treated for diabetes? B. Will the bacteria become part of the human genome after the addition of the insulin gene? C. Will the insulin produced by genetically altered bacteria increase the chances of individuals becoming ill? D. Will the insulin produced by the bacteria be readily used by humans?