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In 'cloning', nucleus is introduced into which of the following?

Correct answer: B. Egg cell

  • A. Somatic cell
  • B. Egg cell
  • C. Sperm cell
  • D. Zygote

Explanation

Option B is correct since in animals and especially among vertebrates, a nucleus from somatic cells is removed and introduced into an egg cell, whose own nucleus is destroyed by ultraviolet radiations.Moreover, through this method, the egg develops into an organism, genetically identical to the parent who has contributed the nucleus.

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