Here's why:
* Cloning specifically refers to the process of creating a genetically identical copy of an existing organism.
* This is achieved by taking the genetic material (DNA) from the parent organism and inserting it into an egg cell that has had its own DNA removed.
* The resulting embryo develops into an organism that is a genetic replica of the parent.
Examples of cloning include:
* Dolly the sheep, the first mammal to be cloned from an adult cell.
* Therapeutic cloning used to create cells and tissues for medical treatment.
* Reproductive cloning used to create a complete organism.
It's important to note that while clones are genetically identical, they may not be completely identical phenotypically (in appearance and behavior) due to environmental influences during development.
