Ethics-ethical issues related to the genetic engineering of food
Order Description
This module explores the ethical issues related to the genetic engineering of food. In this activity, develop an
essay about those issues associated with genetically altered food.
Read the chapter on genetic engineering in your E-Text:(Ethics Theory and Contemporary Issues 8th Edition/Concise
MacKinnon and Fiala) Using information presented about genetically altered food, write an essay that describes your
position.
• Do you believe it is acceptable or unacceptable to alter food genetically for mass consumption? *(I Believe it is
UNACCEPTABLE)*
• Provide an ethical rationale that supports your opinion.
• Give EXAMPLES of AT LEAST TWO-2 Articles that examine genetically altered crops or animals with citations and
references for each.
• Discuss the ethical arguments in each of the articles.
Your research should be documented by citing at least THREE-3 credible sources such as the textbook, a newspaper, a
biographic article, book, or website. Wikipedia and any similar online reference sites where the content may be
authored by anyone are not considered credible sources for scholarly writing.
Your essay should be 300–500 words in length, single spaced, and in APA format.