Answer to Question #339438 in Cell Biology for Emmanuel

Question

Explain what you consider to be the positive and negative aspects of cloning both scientifically

Answer 1

Positive aspects. It can help prevent the extinction of species. It can help increase food production. It can help couples who want to have children.It can help grow organs for transplantation.

Negative aspects. The process is not entirely safe and accurate. It is regarded as unethical. Species lose their genetic uniqueness.

It was proved to have adverse health effects in sheep and other mammals that have been cloned. These include an increase in birth size and a variety of defects in vital organs, such as the liver, brain and heart. Other consequences include premature aging and problems with the immune system.