What Are the Ethical Issues Involved in Using Our Nearest

question 27

Essay

What are the ethical issues involved in using our nearest relatives in biomedical research? Consider some of the recent changes that have occurred in this area,and give your own opinion using evidence as support.

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Definitions:

Pores

Small openings on a surface, which allow for the passage of gases, liquids, or microscopic particles.

Permeability

A measure of how easily fluids can pass through a porous material or rock.

Compact Sediment

Compact sediment refers to sediment that has been compressed over time due to overlying pressure, reducing its porosity and increasing its density.

Groundwater

Water that collects or flows beneath the Earth's surface, filling the porous spaces in soil, sediment, and rocks.