The Human Genome Project Allows for New Ways of Diagnose,treat,and

question 74

Essay

The Human Genome Project allows for new ways of diagnose,treat,and eventually prevent genetic conditions.Describe how this advance may pose ethical issues related to intellectual disabilities.

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Definitions:

Major Organic

Refers to the primary organic compound of interest in a mixture or reaction that is present in the largest amount or importance.

Stereochemical

Stereochemical pertains to the study and description of the spatial arrangements of atoms within molecules and the impact of these arrangements on the properties and reactions of the molecules.

Regio-

A prefix used in chemistry to describe directionality or specific regions in molecules, particularly important in reactions with more than one possible outcome.

Major Organic

Refers to the primary organic (carbon-containing) compound or product resulting from a chemical reaction.