NEET Zoology Recombinant DNA MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about recombinant DNA technology is correct?
Recombinant DNA can be introduced into bacterial cells using heat shock and ice incubation.
Micro-injection of recombinant DNA is only applicable to plant cells.
Selectable markers are used exclusively for selecting non-recombinant DNA.
Gene guns can be used to inject recombinant DNA directly into the cytoplasm of animal cells.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Recombinant DNA can indeed be introduced into bacterial cells through a method involving heat shock and ice incubation, as mentioned in the context. Other options contain inaccuracies related to the methods of DNA introduction and the role of selectable markers.
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