Genetics by Moira Butterfield

Genetics by Moira Butterfield

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What makes us different? How do cells divide? Will mapping the human genome help eradicate disease? Advances in scientific knowledge have already led to the cloning of animals and the genetic modification of crops. 21st Century Science offers a look at the possible repercussions of genetic science. Age 8+

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Genetics by Moira Butterfield

"21st-century science" is a buzz phrase in curriculum development, particularly at KS4/GCSE level. This series, which is also appropriate for KS3, looks at some of the new directions science is taking, at the interface between science and technology, and also discusses the social repercussions involved. GENETICS covers the science of genetics - what it is and how it will impact on our lives in the future in various areas, such as medicine, crime-fighting and farming. It includes DNA, the human genome project, the growth of replacement body parts, and covers the ethical issues involved. NEW MATERIALS investigates how the use of materials developed in the latter half of the 20th century - mainly for the space programme - will affect us as this century progresses. Included are strong and flexible materials such as Mylar, Lexan and Teflon and superstrength metals such as titanium.
MOIRA BUTTERFIELD is an award-winning children's author who lives in Bath. She has written more than 100 non-fiction children's titles, including many on science and technology.
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ISBN 13 9780749645878
ISBN 10 0749645873
Title Genetics
Author Moira Butterfield
Series 21st Century Science
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Hachette Children's Group
Year published 2002-11-14
Number of pages 48
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