Navigate

Which one of the following is used as vector for cloning genes into higher organisms?

Which one of the following is used as vector for cloning genes into higher organisms?

Options

(a) Baculovirus
(b) Salmonella typhimurium
(c) Rhizopus nigricans
(d) Retrovirus

Correct Answer:

Retrovirus

Explanation:

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

AIPMT2010
admin:

Related Questions

  1. Outer covering of viruses made up of protein is
  2. Blood pressure is defined as the force with which blood
  3. Failure of descent of testis in scrotal sacs is called
  4. Which of the following is the most toxic excretory product?
  5. Aedes aegypti is a vector of disease