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Introduction
This year, you have learned a lot about cell division and the processes by which genetic information is passed from generation to generation. Today, you will consider one possible application of that knowledge: cloning. You will read about what cloning is and how it works, as well as some implications of and myths about cloning.
Task
Visit the following website: http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/cloning/
Click through each section in order from top to bottom. Read the information, play the games. Think what what you've learned and use that information to complete ONE of the following tasks.
Process
Choose one to complete AFTER you've completed all sections of the Learn.Genetics page.
EITHER
1) You are a researcher for an agriculture company. You want to propose that your employers use cloning to replicate advantageous traits in the plants or animals you raise and sell. Write an email to explain to them how the process works and why you think it could benefit the company. Also describe the risks.
OR
2) You are a business owner who wants to sell people clones of their pets. Write an advertisement that explains to potential customers how the process works and why you think they will benefit from your services. Also describe the risks.
Evaluation
Here are the five things I'm looking for in your written responses:
A. Covers the topic in depth with specific examples.
B. Content is organized and thorough.
C. Appropriate format for the selected audience.
D. Creative or inventive; shows original thought.
E. Correct spelling/grammar).
Conclusion
You will turn in this writing assignment when it is complete. We will share them later.
Credits
Thanks to Teach-nology.com and the University of Utah College of Health Sciences.