Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding Cloning Techniques

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding cloning techniques?  

• A) Embryo splitting results in offspring that are genetically identical to their parents.
• B) Reproductive cloning always involves the transfer of an animal's nucleus from a body cell to an egg cell.
• C) Early clones such as Dolly were smaller and acted differently from normal sheep.
• D) Somatic cell nuclear transfer results in offspring that are genetically identical to their parent.
• E) Clones can only be made from cells of live, fertile animals.

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