As CRISPR technology improves it may be possible to treat a variety of different genetic conditions in humans. Another possibility is that CRISPR will allow parents to alter genetic traits in embryos, curing diseases or even changing phenotypes before birth. Do you have any ethical concerns about the limits of this technology? Explain your reasoning in 5 or more complete sentences. Do the issues or concerns you expressed in your answer to the question above also apply to altering genetic traits in other organisms? Explain your reasoning in 3 or more complete sentences.
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