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... Scientists think of DNA as being divided into genes, or units of genetic information. ... This is called “genetic engineering”.
Genetic engineering can take on any forms, ranging from the production of strains of bacteria that manufacture useful products to the development of plants and animals that express unknown genes. ... Of course all identical twins are individuals who make their own choices, but our genetic makeup is extremely important in who we turn out to be. ... Although this sounds very difficult, designer animals are made routinely using genetic engineering. ... Usually only a tiny amount of genetic material is added, enough to influence development. ...
Using genetic engineering, parents could pick the genes they want for their child. ... Also, there is a large margin for error, and when children’s’ lives are at stake, it will take slow and careful research before this kind of tremendous genetic engineering will be attempted. ... He dreams of becoming an astronaut, but because of his genetic defects, the only job he can get is a janitor. ...
Genetic engineering is based on an idea of genes as simple codes for determining specific properties.
Approximate Word count = 1113
Approximate Pages = 4.5
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