2.2.2.A.Reproductive Technology SRS (revised 9-11-2020) PDF

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Activity 2.2.2 Student Response Sheet Part I: Designer Babies 1. Explain the process of in vitro fertilization: 2. Read the list of reproductive options described below. For each option, decide whether or not you feel parents should be able to make this choice.

Reproductive Option

Yes

No

Choose sex of a child through preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) Use PGD to choose embryos without chromosomal defects Use PGD to choose embryos that carry genes related to a lower risk of baldness Choose eye and hair color Insert an AIDS resistance gene Choose personality traits Alter genes related to addictive personalities Alter genes to boost intelligence so a child can function at an average intelligence level Alter genes to boost intelligence so a child can function at an above average intelligence level and get into a better college Alter genes related to obesity Alter genes related to schizophrenia Alter genes to correct myopia and hyperopia Alter genes for height so a child has a better chance of making the basketball team Enhance genes related to athletic ability

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Enhance genes related to longevity and a longer life span Alter genes related to a higher risk of developing cancer Alter genes to eliminate sickle cell anemia

Part II: Reproductive Cloning 1. Record your initial feelings on human cloning. Discuss whether or not you believe cloning is a valid reproductive option for a woman like Marion Waters.

2. Insert your timeline of cloning events here:

3. Include notes from the National Geographic video and internet articles:

4. Duties of: o

Reproductive endocrinologist-

o

Andrologist-

o

Embryologist-

Conclusion Questions 1. How can sex selection—choosing the sex of an embryo—help parents who fear passing on a sex-linked disorder, such as hemophilia or Duchene muscular dystrophy?

2. Who do you think should draw the line as to what constitutes gene therapy and what constitutes gene enhancement? Parents? Doctors? Lawmakers? Explain your choice. © 2010 Project Lead The Way, Inc. Medical Interventions Activity 2.2.2 Student Response Sheet – Page 2

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