Senior Secondary (HKDSE) · Biology

Bioethics: Practice Questions

5 multiple-choice questions marked as you go, and 4 written questions with worked solutions. All on Bioethics.

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Question 1

1 mark

The ethical debate surrounding embryonic stem cell research primarily revolves around which of the following?

Question 2

1 mark

In the field of bioethics, a clear distinction is made between somatic cell gene therapy and germline gene therapy. Which of the following describes an ethical concern that is specifically associated with germline gene therapy but not typically associated with somatic cell gene therapy?

Question 3

1 mark

Which of the following is a primary ethical concern associated with the use of genetically modified (GM) foods?

Question 4

1 mark

The completion of the Human Genome Project raised significant ethical concerns regarding the use of an individual's genetic information. Which of the following best represents a complex social and ethical implication arising from this advancement?

Question 5

1 mark

A major ethical concern specifically associated with the data generated by the Human Genome Project (HGP) is the potential for:

Question 6

2 marks

State one socio-economic reason why some consumer advocacy groups demand the mandatory labeling of genetically modified (GM) food products.

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Question 7

5 marks

Discuss the complex ethical and societal challenges associated with the widespread use of animal cloning for agricultural production, considering both potential benefits and significant concerns.

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Question 8

6 marks

Analyze the potential ecological impact on a wild fish population if transgenic fish with an inserted growth hormone gene were accidentally released into a natural aquatic ecosystem.

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Question 9

5 marks

The completion of the Human Genome Project (HGP) has opened new possibilities for medicine, but it also raises complex bioethical issues regarding the use of genetic information.

(a) State one way that the information from the HGP can lead to the development of personalized medicine. (1 mark)

(b) The availability of an individual's genetic profile can be misused by third parties. Discuss how genetic discrimination might occur in the contexts of insurance and employment. (4 marks)

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