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Activity 11 Genetics mind map
What are genetics
Genetics is the scientific study of genes and heredity of how certain qualities or traits are passed from parents to offspring as a result of changes in DNA sequence. A gene is a segment of DNA that contains instructions for building one or more molecules that help the body work
Use of genetics
Genetic techniques are used in medicine to diagnose and treat inherited human disorders. Knowledge of a family history of conditions such as cancer or various disorders may indicate a hereditary tendency to develop these afflictions.
Pros
Fighting diseases
Increase in life expectancy
Increased variety of foods and drinks
Nutritious food
Decrease in the use of pesticides
Medical foods
Decrease in the use of resources
Increase in growth rates of animals and plants
Development of specific characteristics
Cons
Religious and ethic concerns
Genetic issues
Health issues
Allergies
Resistant insects and pests
Antibiotic resistance
Reduction in genetic variety
Effects on wildlife
Soil pollution
Displacement of natural species
Influence of certain industries and interest groups
Genetic Branches
Behavioural genetics
Classical genetics
Developmental genetics
Conservation genetics
Ecological genetics
Evolutionary genetics
Genetic engineering
Metagenics
Genetic epidemiology
Archaeogenetics
References
Britannica, (02/04/2022), "Applied genetics",
https://www.britannica.com/science/genetics/Applied-genetics
NIH, (02/04/2022), "What is genetics?",
https://www.nigms.nih.gov/education/fact-sheets/Pages/genetics.aspx
Environmental Conscience, (02/04/2022), "Genetic Engineering: 20 Pros & Cons You Have To Know",
https://environmental-conscience.com/genetic-engineering-pros-and-cons/
the Canadian encyclopedia, (02/04/2022), "Genetics",
https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/genetics
Participants:
Ruy Riquelme
Daniela Albores