NEET Solved Paper 2014 Question 79

Question: Commonly used vectors for human genome sequencing are [AIPMT 2014]

Options:

A) T-DNA

B) BAC and YAC

C) Expression vectors

D) T/A cloning vectors

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

  • Commonly used Template strand vector for human genome sequencing are BAC (Bacterial Artificial Chromosome) and YAC BAC is a DNA construct, based on a functional fertility plasmid (Fplasuid) used for transforming and cloning in bacteria (e.coli) and YAC are genetically engineered chromosomes derived from the DNA of the yeast, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, which is then ligated into a bacterial plasma.