Edexcel International GCSE Biology
Edexcel International GCSE Biology Cloning Exam Questions
Free Edexcel International GCSE Biology exam questions on Cloning, with mark schemes. Covers micropropagation and cloning mammals.
Cloning exam questions
These packs of real past exam questions cover the whole of Section 5: Use of Biological Resources, including Cloning. Work through every question on this sub-topic, then mark your answers against the mark scheme.
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Edexcel IGCSE Biology 4BI1 Flashcards (Anki & Quizlet)
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About Edexcel International GCSE Biology Cloning
This sub-topic covers cloning.
What you need to know
- Plant cloning Micropropagation from explants.
- Animal cloning Nuclear transfer, as with Dolly the sheep.
- Uses Producing many identical organisms.
Common mistakes in Cloning
- Saying clones are genetically different.
- Missing steps in nuclear transfer.
Try two Cloning exam-style questions
1. Describe micropropagation. (2 marks)
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Small pieces of plant are grown on sterile agar with hormones (1) to produce many identical plants (1).
2. State one concern about cloning animals. (1 mark)
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Reduced genetic variation or ethical issues.
Cloning FAQs
What does this cover?
Plant and animal cloning.
Why use sterile conditions?
To prevent microbial contamination.
Revise this topic with flashcards: Edexcel IGCSE Biology 4BI1 Flashcards, with mark scheme answers for Anki and Quizlet.
