As the twenty-first century progresses, dramatic developments are being made in the areas of science and technology. These advances have brought many benefits, but some have also aroused great controversy. This title looks at some of the key areas of scientific research and practice, and weighs up the moral and ethical questions now being debated. 

Through discussion questions, quotes and facts, this book encourages you to explore our responsibilities in monitoring, developing and controlling scientific and technological advances.

Questions raised in this title include:

• How should the use fossil fuels be controlled and shared?
• Do the benefits of renewable resources outweigh the expense of harnessing them?
• Does one country have the right to interfere with another's environmental policies?
• Should airlines have to pay tax on their fuel?