B2 Variation, reproduction and Genetic engineering
The genetic information passed from parent to offspring is contained in genes carried by chromosomes in the nucleus. Sexual reproduction produces offspring that resemble their parents, but are not identical to them. Asexual reproduction produces offspring - clones - which are genetically identical to their parents.
Genetic information from one species can be transferred to another species using genetic modification.
Genetic information from one species can be transferred to another species using genetic modification.
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