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- 5901: Genetic Engineering 5
- ... making new substances or performing new functions (Wald 45). It is also one of the top controversial issues of the 20th century (Epstein 1). Many believe that continuing to provide genetically constructed inventions in this world is ethical, which means that these inventions conform to one s moral standards (Epstein 5). Others argue that such inventions as human clones, which are genetically constructed humans, and other genetically created figures, are wrong ... are available to them. Although these statistics cannot be applied to everyone, it does prove that unethical occurrences will transpire if genetic engineering is continued. Such consequences as segregation between altered and unaltered humans, civil war, mistreatment and disrespect of cloned humans and other severe damages will occur if genetic engineering is continually approved by science. In order to save society from future destruction, genetic engineering should be stopped. Clearly, genetic ... the first time in history, natural evolution has come to an end and has been replaced by humans meddling with their own genetic makeup (Wald 45). Genetic engineering science is moving from exploring the natural world and its mechanisms, to redesigning them (Wald 45). Stephen Hawking also stated: Our morality, up to now, has been to go ahead without restriction and learn all that we can about nature. Reconstructing nature ...
- 5902: Fertilizers
- ... necessary in the aid of plant growth. If one accidently digests inorganic fertilizer, he or she must see a doctor as soon as possible. One can get red eyes, itchiness, and or stomach problems. During World War 2, the government built many factories to absorb nitrogen gas from the air and to use them in explosives. Soon after the war, these factories were used to absorb nitrogen gas and to be used as a fertilizer. This method was inexpensive and farmers were now actually making a profit. By 1985, farmers used approximately eleven million ...
- 5903: Evolution 2
- ... populations remain in balance. He debated that any increase in the availability of food for basic human survival could not equal the geometrical rate of population growth. In addition, limitations such as famine, disease, or war, play a major role in deciding the population growth. With this proposal, Darwin quickly applied Malthus s proposal in circumstances of plants and animals. In 1838, Darwin designed a projection of a theory of evolution ... and most recent quality, is the Homo sapiens connection with the African apes is practically the same. The cradle of mankind , as Darwin said, was Africa. Darwin also stated , In each great region of the world, the living mammals are closely related to the evolved species of the same region. It is, therefore, probable that Africa was formerly inhabited by extinct apes closely allied to the gorilla and chimpanzee: and as ... artistry is that of rich records of accomplishments in cave paintings, which Cro-Magnon made. He made these records From stone engravings and carved figures. Cro-Magnon amazingly spread to all habitable parts of the world. Modern Man, us, has learned from the teaching and evolvement of the Cro-Magnon. We have learned to grow our own food and domesticate our animals. In addition we possessed the control over the ...
- 5904: Arsenic
- ... eyes and irritation. Long-term exposure can cause an ulcer or hole in the 'bone' dividing the inner nose, hoarseness, and sore eyes. BAL (British Anti-Lewisite) was developed as an antidote against arsenic-containing war gas Lewisite, but it also proved useful in treating common arsenic poisoning. In medicine, 4-aminobenzene arsenic and 4-hydroxybenzene arsenic compounds are used in certain infections. An arsenical is one of a group of ... of arsenic trioxide in 1998 were estimated at 42,000 tonnes, with China contributing 33%, Belgium 14%, followed by Ghana, 12%, France 7% and Mexico with 7%, at an estimated price of $0.40/lb. World resources of copper and lead were estimated to contain about 11 million tonnes of arsenic. Substantial arsenic resources occur in copper ores in Peru and Philippinesand in copper-gold ores in Chile. Canada also has ... more than 95% coming into the country as arsenic trioxide. Ground Water Problem In many places, arsenic is causing a serious problem, that is very hard to control, that is contaminating ground water. Throughout the world, arsenic in ground water often comes from natural sources such as bedrock. In some areas, levels of arsenic are increasing in ground water because of seepage from hazardous waste sites, and arsenic pesticide runoff ...
- 5905: Air Pollution 2
- ... produced by the evaporation of petrol), the waste of hydrocarbons, combined with nitrogen dioxide, oxygen, and sunlight produce the photochemical smog which can be recognized as the yellow cloud over every big city in the world. Besides that optical effect it causes an increase of ozone in the lower atmosphere and the health conditions of the particular organism living in such an area. For example, it is estimated that “Washington DC ... rain reduces the growth of trees and disables plants to photosynthesize which destroys them in the long term. It also reduces the activity of nitrogen-fixing bacteria. In the event of a nuclear accident or war, the main risks do lay only partly in the pollution of air and air as a carrier of the polluted particles. The main risks arise from inhalation of contaminant particles, fallout of radioactive isotopes on ... providing. If humans would be less greedy for money and willing to ensure a safe and clean environment for the children of tomorrow, vast improvements could be made that would be beneficial for the whole world.
- 5906: Antibiotic Resistance In Bacteria
- For about 50 years, antibiotics have been the answer to many bacterial infections. Antibiotics are chemical substances that are secreted by living things. Doctors prescribed these medicines to cure many diseases. During World War II, it treated one of the biggest killers during wartime - infected wounds. It was the beginning of the antibiotic era. But just when antibiotics were being mass produced, bacteria started to evolve and became resistant ... resistant bacteria from spreading. In developing nations, approaches are being made to control infections such as hand washing by health care people, and identifying drug resistant infections quickly to keep them away from others. The World Health Organization has began a global computer program that reports any outbreaks of drug-resistant bacterial infections. In the early 1900's, the discovery of penicillin began the antibiotic era. People thought they have ...
- 5907: Astrology
- ... are practiced for health, financial, politics, marriage, business, and other things that concern people in their lives. (www.astrology.net/about.html, p.3) As a matter of fact, even Hitler used an astrologer during World War II. (Weblinkers.com Enterprises, p.1) One of the astrologers said that he should seek peace, and Hitler became mad at the astrologer and burned him and all astrology books. (Weblinkers.com Enterprises, p.1 ... interpreted by her. (Woolfolk, p.306) She correctly stated that the horoscope was of the judge’s son who had drowned. (Weblinkers.com Enterprises, p.1) Evangeline Adams was excused and became popular in the world around her. (Woolfolk, pp.306-307) So, throughout history, many important people have been consulting astrologers for their personal and financial needs. (Woolfolk, pp.306-307) Now, when people hear the word zodiac, they ...
- 5908: Refugees Population And Needs
- ... living in tents outside the main stations. the biggest problem,which these refugees rae facing ,is that of food ; there is an immense shortage of food in the state of kosovo due to the civil war .uno should try hard to provide these helpless refugees with enough food so that they can survive.unicef and unesco should be given the responsibilities to conserve the rights of the children. the shortage of ... have proper shelter and apt medical care.cold climate ,unavailibilty of food ,scarcity of water resouces are cause of many dangerous diseaes .emigratns should be vaccinated and should be provided shelter problems all over the world in these violated states are the same . in case of kashmir. food is the biggest problem.due to the violated conditions and bellicose behavior of troops around kasmir;many people have migrated and started dwelling ... and other asian countries as refugees,living in an occupied state like afghanistan,people always have a certain types of perils in their hearts . again the onus comes to pakistan, india and other asian countries. world bank should be in cooperation with these state and should provide enough funds to feed ,cover (shelter) and clothe the refugees. due the extremely hot climate in afghanistan; different typesof hazardous diseases like 'dehydration' ...
- 5909: West Side Story Anaylsis
- ... American; they are young, innocent, rebellious-indifferent to the societal boundaries which they are trespassing. Like Romeo and Juliet, love is all that matters to. Inevitably, social reality intrudes upon the inter-racial lovers’ idealized world. Instead of the warring Montagues and Capulets, West Side Story revolves around two street gangs, the Sharks and the Jets. At this point in time, the impoverished white immigrant culture, which Tony represents, is being ... their enemies is the status or social identity that they have. Each gang has a social deinfed positon or each gang has its own individual interests and thoughts. Or these reasons the gangs are at war and one day will have find a common bond like Maria and Tony did in themselves. As in Romeo and Juilet the male lover died at the end of the movie. Tony was shot because ... had ownership and power. This power started to become unclear and this made them mad. The fight might have started over the difference in culture, but it left that subject and started on a power war. Both gangs wanted to feel like they were on top and to be on top and have your culture respected they felt the need to have the power and prestige. At the end when ...
- 5910: Violence Against Women In The
- ... Radical feminists see domestic violence as a widespread and classless act. They see that men are expected to take the lead in a situation, they are supposed to be strong and macho. They go to war and fight for their countries. Their strength is something to be looked up to not down on. Their strength is their basis of power. The critics against this approach say that is does not take ... her children first hand. They are uniquely able to monitor the impact of the entire policy framework (housing, benefits, civil and criminal law, police practice etc) on women and children in the middle of the war zone of domestic abuse. Inter-Agency projects involved many agencies including Women’s Aid, other women’s community organisations, police, local authority, probation, Crown prosecution, Victim Support, Health services and solicitors. In January 1995 there ... not protect the women in their own homes. Some men still feel it is their right as husbands or partners to lash out at women if they feel like it. All the policies in the world are not going to help the women at that moment in time. But saying that, she does not have to suffer for years on end because she has nowhere to go and no help ...
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