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A group of organisms or other living matter with exactly the same genetic material, is called a Clone. Genetic material consists of genes, the parts of cells that determine characteristics in living things. Many examples of clones exist in nature. In humans and in other animals, clones form naturally when identical twins or other genetically identical multiple births occur. Single-celled organisms (bacteria, protozoa, and yeast) produce genetically identical offspring through asexual reproduction. These offspring develop from only one parent and are considered clones. Plants can also reproduce asexually through a process called vegetative propagation. In this process, a piece of root or stem can generate a new plant that is genetically identical to the donor plant. Vegetative propagation helps people obtain plant clones with desired traits. For example, farmers and breeders use this technique to develop apples with unique flavors or roses of certain colors. Scientists produce many examples of clones in biological research laboratories.
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