An Argument Against Cloning.

The article discusses a philosophy on the implications of cloning. It mentions that clones and their genetic predecessors miss specific genetic codes, or may inhibit genetic diversity which is provided in sexual reproduction, resulting to the duplication of genes. Moreover, in child-bearing or child...

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Publicado en:Canadian Journal of Philosophy Vol. 40; no. 4; pp. 539 - 567
Autores principales: Ahlberg, Jaime, Brighouse, Harry
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: Cambridge University Press Dec2010
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Sumario:The article discusses a philosophy on the implications of cloning. It mentions that clones and their genetic predecessors miss specific genetic codes, or may inhibit genetic diversity which is provided in sexual reproduction, resulting to the duplication of genes. Moreover, in child-bearing or child-rearing situations, it states that parents may overlook their interest for the resultant child, though they emphasize cloning on the basis of reproductive right, infertility, or personal liberty.