Related Classification Scheme
A related classification scheme proposed by Kaare Nielsen is:
| Source of genetic modification | Genetic variability via conventional breeding | Genetic distance | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intragenic | Within genome | Possible | Low |
| Famigenic | Species in the same family | Possible | |
| Linegenic | Species in the same lineage | Impossible | |
| Transgenic | Unrelated species | Impossible | |
| Xenogenic | Laboratory-designed genes | Impossible | High |
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