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AC9S8H03
Use and influence of science
examine how proposed scientific responses to contemporary issues may impact on society and explore ethical, environmental, social and economic considerations
Elaborations
- AC9S8H03_E1researching and discussing ethical issues that arise from organ transplantation
- AC9S8H03_E2discussing how scientists’ development of organoids has impacted on the ethical, environmental, social and economic issues that arise from using live animals in a laboratory to research diseases and treatments
- AC9S8H03_E3investigating how scientific responses including new building materials, improved predictions and early warning systems have supported communities living in a country in the Asia-Pacific region located near plate boundaries, for example Japan, Indonesia or New Zealand
- AC9S8H03_E4examining how the development of hybrid and solar, electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles are applications of contemporary science responses to the depletion of fossil fuels and exploring environmental considerations
- AC9S8H03_E5exploring how the development of biodegradable materials has led to more sustainable packaging and reduction in landfill
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