Biotechnology- Principles and Processes Question 33

33. Which one of the following is used as vector for cloning genes into higher organisms? [2010]

(a) Baculovirus

(b) Salmonella typhimurium

(c) Rhizopus nigricans

(d) Retrovirus

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Answer : d

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(d) Retrovirus has the ability to transform normal cells into cancerous cells. Hence, it can used as a vector for cloning desirable genes into animal cells.