selective breeding, cloning and genetic engineering Flashcards
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what is selective breeding?
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humans artificially select the plants or animals that are going to breed so that the genes for particular characteristics remain in the population
2
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what are reasons people use selective breeding?
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to develop useful or attractive features…
.animals that produce more meat or milk
.dogs with a good, gentle temperament
.crops with disease resistance
.decorative plants with big or unusual flowers
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