In 2008, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved food derived
from cloned animals. In addition, these products did not need to be
labeled as "cloned" or "from clones" (Black, 2008). The FDA explained
that you would not be eating the clone itself. It takes thousands of
dollars to clone a food animal such as a cow or pig. Animals that are
cloned for improved food production are used for a breeding program to
produce many offspring with the desirable traits for increased meat or
milk yield. These offspring of the clones are fair game for food.
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In your discussion post, respond to ALL of the following questions:
- Based on research and evidence relating to DNA or the process of cloning a mammal, did you find that there are differences between a clone and a "normal" animal?
- Explain your personal opinions about eating a cloned animal.
- Is your opinion of eating a cloned plant different?
Utilize at least 1 credible source to support the arguments presented in your post. Make sure you cite appropriately within your narrative, and list the reference(s) in APA format.
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