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JAMB Biology 2007 Question 49

Question 49

Chromosomes, DNA and Sex Linkage

Which of the following is true of cloning?

  1. A.It is welcomed as an ethically and morally sound science.
  2. B.Only one cell of the original organism is needed to initiate the process.
  3. C.The clone is similar to but not exactly like the original organism.
  4. D.It involves the asexual multiplication of the tissues of the original organism.
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Answer: D (It involves the asexual multiplication of the tissues of the original organism.)

Explanation

Cloning produces genetically identical copies without the fusion of gametes, so it is a form of asexual multiplication. It is still ethically controversial.