| A | B |
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| science | study of the physical, biological and chemical processes of the universe |
| embryo | unborn offspring |
| cloning | inserting an adult's genetic information into an egg cell to produce an offspring which is genetically identical to its parent |
| genetic inheritance | the genes humans receive from their parents |
| sanctity of life | the idea that all life comes from God and is therefore holy |
| animal experimentation | to perform scientific research using animals |
| dominion | control over the resposibility for the earth |
| transplant | transfer of organ or tissue from one being to another |
| fatwa | guidance for Muslims based on the Qu'ran |
| blood transfusion | replacement of lost blood by donor blood |
| in vitro fertilization (IVF) | process of fertilizing an egg in a test tube before replacing it in the womb |
| infertile | not able to conceive |
| DNA | deoxyribonucleic acid: the building block of cell life |
| genetic engineering | manipulation of genetic material |
| pagan | a belief in many gods and that nature should be worshipped |
| stewardship | human responsibility to look after the world and everything in it; looking after something so it can be passed onto the next generation |
| ahimsa | non-violence, respect for life |
| resurrection | the belief that Jesus rose from the dead after his crucifixion. It can also mean a new life for Christians |
| xenotransplantation | transplant of animal organs into humans |
