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The biggest reason is likely ethics and its protecting laws. In the US, there are a large amount of steps that must be taken before any kind of human subject research (HSR) can be conducted. Before an institution can conduct or be engaged in any HSR project, it must obtain a Human Subject Use Assurance. This is approval from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to conduct HSR based on review of the institutions HRPP and their commitment to comply with all applicable requirements and guidelines. This Assurance is then linked to specific Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) that will review each individual research project. Hence, even before a Federally supported HSR project can even begin, it must be approved by an Institutional Review Board (IRB), and then possibly by the conducting institution, and also possibly by the supporting agency (if it is different than the IRB organization and institution).
Other minor reasons include those to do with convenience and simplicity, however these can also be applied to other organisms that are not often used in genetic studies due to these reasons, and are not quite as unique to humans as the reasons above. These can include:
* Simplicity of genome - humans have an extremely complex genome as much of our genes do not actually serve any known functional purpose. * Short generation span - a part of genetic studies is to be able to study the parental genes and their progeny, since human live for a rather long time, it would be impractical to conduct parental/progeny studies as one generation passes very slowly. * Large numbers of progeny per generation - the more progeny produced, the more information that can be gathered, since humans tend to produce 1-3 offspring, the data may be insufficient to draw conclusions.
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Could Neanderthals interbreed with humans?
Yes, Neanderthals and humans were able to interbreed, as evidenced by genetic studies showing that modern humans of non-African descent have Neanderthal DNA in their genomes.
A group of organisms that can interbreed is called a?
When a group of organisms can interbreed they are considered a species. Humans can interbreed and produce other humans because they are the same species.
Why are Neanderthals considered a different species from modern humans?
Neanderthals are considered a different species from modern humans because they belong to a distinct branch of the human evolutionary tree, known as Homo neanderthalensis. They lived in different regions, had distinct physical characteristics, and had their own unique culture and tools. Additionally, genetic studies have shown that Neanderthals interbred with modern humans but are still considered a separate species due to these differences.
Did Neanderthals interbreed with humans?
Yes, scientific evidence suggests that Neanderthals interbred with early humans, as indicated by genetic studies showing that modern humans outside of Africa have Neanderthal DNA in their genomes.
Is a human a decomposer?
Humans are not considered decomposers; humans are considered consumers, as we kill and consume other organisms for nourishment. Contrarily, decomposers are organisms (such as mushrooms) that break down other organisms that have already deceased.
Are humans typical organisms?
Humans are generally not considered typical organisms. In fact, humans are often considered unique organisms simply due to their complexity.
What is the new technology that humans use to alter the genetic instructions in organisms?
genetic engineering
Describe how the chemical composition and the genetic information of humans resembles the chemical and genetic information of other organisms?
Humans share about 95% genetic similarity with mice. http://www.bookrags.com/research/model-organisms-gen-03/
Should genetic modification to humans and other organisms be closely regulated?
Yes, genetic modifications to humans and organisms should be heavily regulated. Without regulations boundaries will be pushed beyond human comprehension.
Should genetic modifications to humans other organisms be closely regulated?
yes
Is a human a decomposers?
Humans are not considered decomposers; humans are considered consumers, as we kill and consume other organisms for nourishment. Contrarily, decomposers are organisms (such as mushrooms) that break down other organisms that have already deceased.
Why humans considered complex organisms?
human considered complex organism because there are more than 200 organisms in our body
What are some advantages of studying heredity in plants and simple organisms?
Studying heredity in plants and simple organisms allows for easier manipulation of genetic traits due to simpler genomes. These organisms often have shorter generation times, facilitating faster analysis and experimentation. Additionally, findings from these studies can offer insights into genetic principles that can be applied to more complex organisms, including humans.
How the chemical composition and genetic information of humans resemble the chemical composition and genetic information of other organism?
Humans share about 95% genetic similarity with mice. http://www.bookrags.com/research/model-organisms-gen-03/
A group of organisms that can interbreed is called a?
When a group of organisms can interbreed they are considered a species. Humans can interbreed and produce other humans because they are the same species.
Could Neanderthals interbreed with humans?
Yes, Neanderthals and humans were able to interbreed, as evidenced by genetic studies showing that modern humans of non-African descent have Neanderthal DNA in their genomes.
Why are Neanderthals considered a different species from modern humans?
Neanderthals are considered a different species from modern humans because they belong to a distinct branch of the human evolutionary tree, known as Homo neanderthalensis. They lived in different regions, had distinct physical characteristics, and had their own unique culture and tools. Additionally, genetic studies have shown that Neanderthals interbred with modern humans but are still considered a separate species due to these differences.
