Zoology-Recombinant DNA
NEET Zoology Recombinant DNA MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Easy-Class 12
If a plasmid vector with an origin of replication that supports a high copy number is used, how many copies of the recombinant DNA can be expected in a bacterial cell if the average copy number is 50?
A
50 copies
B
25 copies
C
100 copies
D
10 copies
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The origin of replication controls the copy number of DNA within host cells. If the average copy number is 50, then approximately 50 copies of the recombinant DNA can be expected.
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