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You are writing an article for the debate magazine The Crossroads and their latest issue that focuses on ethics. Your target audience is European students aged 15-20 – teenagers who are also learning about morality and English.

Write an argumentative text where you take a clear stance on whether the use of HeLa cells was morally defensible or not. Consider both the benefits that HeLa cells brought to medical science and the ethical issues related to consent, exploitation, and the treatment of Henrietta Lacks and her family. 

TITLE: Were the HeLa Cells morally defensible?

Support your argument with evidence and reasoning, and address at least one counter-argument in your essay.

Your essay should follow the standard essay format and should be at least 300 words but not more than 600. Remember to explain, give examples, discuss, and compare different aspects of peer pressure and its impact. Proofread your work carefully before submitting.