NEETBiologyBiotechnology Principles and ProcessesMCQ+4 / −1
Which one of the following is used as vector for
cloning genes into higher organisms ?
- ARetrovirus
- BSalmonella typhimurium
- CRhizopus nigricans
- DBaculovirus
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Correct answer: A
Retrovirus as has the ability to transform normal cells into cancerous cells. Hence, it can used as a vector for cloning desirable genes into animal cells.
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