NEET Zoology Recombinant DNA MCQ Question
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?
50 copies
25 copies
100 copies
10 copies
Correct Answer
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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