The Science of Genetics
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"Have you ever wondered how they make those supersized tomatoes or seedless watermelons? Could you make an identical copy of yourself? Is it possible to completely free yourself from inheriting a fatal heart disease? How do police officers track down criminals using blood samples? And who pays for most of these discoveries?" "All of these questions can be answered with the knowledge of genetics. Genetics is a topic that has stirred up a lot of controversy in the last two decades. With new discoveries, genetics is drastically changing the world we all live in. Now is your chance to evaluate these topics and implement your knowledge." Question: "How should the federal government prioritize funds intended for genetic research?"

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Submitted by:Brenda Mercer
Date Submitted:5/21/2005
Date Updated:11/9/2010


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