Cloning and Genetic Engineering
Biology · Year 11 · Inheritance, Variation and Evolution · 2.º Período

Cloning and Genetic Engineering

Students evaluate the processes and impacts of genetic engineering and cloning in agriculture and medicine. They will discuss the ethical implications of these technologies.

National Curriculum Attainment TargetsGCSE Biology 4.6.2.4: Genetic engineeringGCSE Biology 4.6.2.5: Cloning (Biology only)

About This Topic

Students evaluate the processes and impacts of genetic engineering and cloning in agriculture and medicine. They will discuss the ethical implications of these technologies.

Key Questions

  1. How are genes transferred between organisms?
  2. What are the potential benefits and risks of GM crops?
  3. How can adult cell cloning be achieved?

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