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Explain the advantages of cloning technique.

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Advantages of cloning technique are as follows:

Genes can also be cloned to produce millions of copies that can be used for gene therapy to treat hereditary diseases.
Using therapeutic cloning, stem cells or genes can be cloned in order to treat hereditary diseases.

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Chapter 8: Cell Biology and Biotechnology - Solve the following questions

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SCERT Maharashtra Science and Technology 2 [English] 10 Standard SSC
Chapter 8 Cell Biology and Biotechnology
Solve the following questions | Q 8.5

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