Problem: A group of young researchers wanted to determine the possible effects of phthalates on the metabolic rate and behavior of mice. An experimental procedure was conducted to carry out the problem. The researchers used old plastic materials from plastic bottles as the sources of phthalates. They cut the plastic material into smaller pieces and blended. They injected the phthalate samples orally into the mice. After the treatment, the metabolic rate and the behavior of the mice were observed.
Guide Questions:
Q1. What ethical issues should be observed in the research?
Q2. Do you think the researchers committed any violations in the conduct of research? Why or why not?
Q3. If you were part of the research team, what should you do to correct these violations?