Pros And Cons Of Genetically Modified Organisms

Biology Topics of Evolution, Genetically Modified Organisms, and Vaccinations

Evolution

Evolution is the scientific theory that organisms change over time because of changes in heritable, physical, or behavioral traits. Evolution is one of the most controversial and heavily debated topics in Biology today. Over the years scientists have clashed with different views and arguments in favor of and against this highly controversial subject.

Supporters of evolution utilize the theory of evolution created by Charles Darwin as their criterion. Mr. Darwin postulated his now famous quote “survival of the fittest” to argue for his theory taking the extinction of the Neanderthals by the hands of modern humans. According to some scientists a larger population

(Arcieri, Margherita. "Spread And Potential Risks Of Genetically Modified Organisms." Agriculture & Agricultural Science Procedia 8, 2016, pp. 552. Supplemental Index. Web.). Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) are organisms in which DNA of one species are extracted and artificially forced into the genes of an unrelated plant or animal. GMOs can be found in the crops we consume and in the meat of animals, we consume. For years, humans have been growing GMOs to help supply the increasing population with food. However, similar to evolution; there are many arguments on both sides of this

A dead cell of a single virus is used to allow the body’s immune system to develop antibodies against it, so in the future, that person would not contract the illness. Humans have used vaccines to help the population prevent contracting deadly diseases associated with numerous viruses. The influenza vaccine is one of many examples of vaccinations humans have used over the decades. This topic is another example of controversial subjects in Biology and science in general.

A common argument supporting vaccines is that they save millions of lives. Vaccines help the body’s immune system create a type of database of viruses. With each vaccination, another virus is added to the database, allowing the immune system to target efficiently and eliminate the virus. An example of an effective vaccine is the flu vaccine. Every year, many lives are saved from the potentially deadly virus because of vaccinations. (Boyne, Robyn. "Vaccines Save Millions Of Lives And Eradicate Disease." Kai Tiaki Nursing New Zealand 21.7, 2015, pp. 3 1p. CINAHL with Full Text. Web.). Another argument that supports vaccines is using mandatory vaccinations to help children in schools. For example, the HPV vaccine helps protect schoolgirls from the disease. Studies have shown that the vaccine is one hundred percent effective in preventing four HPV strains which are known to seventy percent of cervical cancers and ninety percent of genital