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Identical twins originate as one fertilized ovum which divides into two identical ova.

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Can you clone memories also?

Current technology and scientific understanding do not allow for the cloning of memories. Memories are complex neural connections and patterns in the brain that are not yet fully understood or replicable. While research is being conducted in the field of memory manipulation, cloning memories is still a concept in the realm of science fiction.


Is human cloning illegal?

The legality of human cloning varies by country. Many countries have enacted laws prohibiting human cloning for ethical, moral, and safety reasons. In the United States, for example, federal law prohibits the use of federal funds for human cloning research, but there is no specific nationwide ban on human cloning.


What is a genetically identical individual called?

A clone.


How many ways of cloning are there?

There are three main ways of cloning: gene cloning, reproductive cloning, and therapeutic cloning. Gene cloning involves replicating specific genes or DNA sequences, while reproductive cloning aims to create an identical copy of an organism. Therapeutic cloning is used to create stem cells for medical purposes.


What are the 3 types of reproductive cloning?

The three types of reproductive cloning are embryo cloning, adult DNA cloning, and therapeutic cloning. Embryo cloning involves transferring genetically identical embryos to surrogate mothers. Adult DNA cloning creates an animal that is an exact genetic copy of an existing animal. Therapeutic cloning involves creating embryonic stem cells for research and medical purposes.

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Is fraternal twins an example of cloning?

No. They are the same as any brother or sister but they are born at the same time.


Where can one find information on therapeutic cloning?

One can find information on therapeutic cloning from Wikipedia. Therapeutic cloning involves cloning cells or tissue from an identical twins are commonplace.


Are twins God's way of cloning?

Never thought of it that way, but yes.


Is cloning twinning?

Yes, but the twins will be of far different ages. P.S- Natural twins are born almost at the same time. Please also see: How could cloning help infertile couples have children?


Is cloning taboo?

Cloning is considered a taboo in the sense that no human should have the power to do what "god" does. Cloning happens naturally in nature when identical twins are born, but that is the only situation where it is present.


How artificial chromosomes are used as cloning vectors with example?

how artificial chromosome are used as cloning vectors with example?


Why is cloning an example of cloning?

Gene Cloning is used to clone a gene of interest in a vector called plasmid. The chimeric DNA or rDNA formed by cloning is stable and can be used to propagate and sequence the DNA. producing vector containing inulin gene is an example.


How does the cloning of cows affect the cows?

Cloning can have mixed effects on cows. While it can help in propagating valuable genes and traits, it may also be associated with health issues and abnormalities in the cloned cows. Additionally, the process of cloning can be stressful for the animals involved.


Can you clone memories also?

Current technology and scientific understanding do not allow for the cloning of memories. Memories are complex neural connections and patterns in the brain that are not yet fully understood or replicable. While research is being conducted in the field of memory manipulation, cloning memories is still a concept in the realm of science fiction.


How cloning is used in cattle breeding?

Cloning is used in cattle breeding by taking an embryo of a donor cow (being a female of top breeding quality) and making it into a copy of that cow with the same desired qualities. Cloning is also naturally done by producing fraternal twins in cattle.


What are the example of cloning?

Dolly the sheep fron new-york


What is artificial cloning?

Artificial cloning is the process of creating genetically identical copies of an organism by replicating its DNA through various techniques such as somatic cell nuclear transfer or embryo splitting. This can be used in various applications such as research, agriculture, and medicine.