B1.6.5 Adult Cell Cloning

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  • Created on: 30-04-14 10:38
How did scientists clone a sheep?
Scientists cloned Dolly the sheep by adult cell cloning.
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What are the steps in the techniques of adult cell cloning?
The nucleus of a cell from an adult animal is transferred to an empty cell from another animal. A small electric shock causes the cell to begon to divide and starts embryo development. The embryo is placed in the womb of a third animal to develop.
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What is a benefit of adult cell cloning?
Cloning can save animals from extinction.
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What is a disadvantage of adult cell cloning?
Concerns about using the technique to clone humans in the future.
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Name two cells needed in adult cell cloning?
An adult cell, such as a skin cell, and an egg cell.
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The nucleus of a cell from an adult animal is transferred to an empty cell from another animal. A small electric shock causes the cell to begon to divide and starts embryo development. The embryo is placed in the womb of a third animal to develop.

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