Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Genetic modification

Genetic modification — practice question

(a(i))[2]

What is meant by the term genetic engineering?

(a(ii))[1]

State one instance of genetic engineering.

(b(i))[5]

A homozygous dominant fruit fly was crossed with a heterozygous fruit fly. Complete the genetic diagram to predict the probability that the offspring will have vestigial wings.

(b(ii))[1]

State the genotype of a pure-breeding fruit fly with normal wings.

(b(iii))[1]

State the genus for this fruit fly.

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