Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Biotechnology and genetic modification

Biotechnology and genetic modification — practice question

There are two kinds of cell division: meiosis and mitosis.
(a)[2]

Complete Table 7.1 by putting a tick in two boxes in each row to indicate the characteristics and functions of the cells formed by each type of cell division. Tick only four boxes.

(b)[3]

Describe the stages in selective breeding.

(c)[4]

Using an example, explain what genetic engineering means.

(d)[2]

State two methods of increasing crop yield, other than selective breeding or genetic engineering.

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