Includes bibliographical references (p. 121) and index.
Contents:
Why use animals in research? -- Biomedical and behavioral research -- Consumer product testing -- Animal experimentation in education -- Animal protection laws and guidelines -- The opposition to animal experimentation in research -- Alternatives to the use of animals.
Summary:
Examines the role of animals in testing for biological research, medical purposes, and consumer products, and discusses controversies raised over such practices.
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