Biochemical Techniques and Instrumentation

6.2.4. Advantages and Disadvantages of Cloning

Advantages of Cloning

1. Solution to infertility
2. Provides organs for transplantation
3. Provides treatments for variety diseases
4. Genetic modification / engineering
5. Healthiness of infants
6. Better understanding of genetic diseases
7. Helps improve lives
8. Protects Endangered Species
9. Improves food supply

Disadvantages of Cloning

1. Element of Uncertainty
2. Inheriting diseases
3. Potential for Abuse