Zoology-Genetic Engineering
NEET Zoology Genetic Engineering MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Easy-Class 12
During the process of introducing recombinant DNA into bacterial cells, what is the temperature in degrees Celsius used for the heat shock step?
A
42°C
B
37°C
C
50°C
D
25°C
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The NCERT context states that recombinant DNA is forced into bacterial cells by incubating them on ice, followed by a brief heat shock at 42°C.
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