Is human cloning in our future? : theories about genetics / Tom Jackson.
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- 9781538226704
- 1538226707
- 9781538226711
- 1538226715
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Main Library | Children's NonFiction | 572.86 J14 | Available | 33111009683687 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Even the most reluctant readers are likely curious about cloning and the scientific future of human evolution. This book finally makes it possible for them to access the latest information about genetic engineering, stem cells, heredity, and the idea that humans may be able to manipulate the process of reproduction to create the offspring they desire. It even covers hot button issues like eugenics and the genetic modification of plants and animals used for food. With vivid, full-color artwork and fascinating sidebars and fact boxes throughout the uncomplicated, fascinating text, this book will find a perfect home in any collection.
Includes bibliographical references (page 47) and index.
Genetics and clones -- What is a clone? -- Natural clones -- Dolly the sheep -- Could we clone a human? -- Genetics at work -- DNA -- Reading the chemical code -- Stem cells -- Hox genes -- Genetic modification -- Genetic engineering -- GMOs -- Gene therapy -- Replace and renew -- Superhumans -- Eugenics -- Genetics in the future -- Epigenetics -- XNA and xenobiology.
"Even the most reluctant readers are likely curious about cloning and the scientific future of human evolution. This book finally makes it possible for them to access the latest information about genetic engineering, stem cells, heredity, and the idea that humans may be able to manipulate the process of reproduction to create the offspring they desire. It even covers hot button issues like eugenics and the genetic modification of plants and animals used for food." --publisher's website.
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Accelerated Reader AR MG 7.3 1 195797.