6. Safety Ethics
Ethical Issues — Quiz
Test your understanding of ethical issues with 5 practice questions.
Practice Questions
Question 1
Which ethical concept addresses the potential for nanotechnology to create unintended consequences that are difficult to predict or control?
Question 2
What is the primary ethical concern regarding the potential for nanotechnology to be used in advanced surveillance systems?
Question 3
When considering the ethical implications of nanotechnology, what does 'public perception' primarily refer to?
Question 4
Which ethical framework emphasizes the importance of considering the potential for nanotechnology to enhance human capabilities, and the moral implications of such enhancements?
Question 5
A key ethical challenge in nanotechnology involves ensuring that the development and application of nanomaterials do not disproportionately benefit certain populations while imposing risks on others. This relates to the concept of: