Practice Transfer into Host Cell - 4.2.4 | Recombinant DNA Technology | Genetic Engineering Basic
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Question 1

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What is the main purpose of transferring recombinant DNA into host cells?

💡 Hint: Think about why we want to introduce foreign DNA.

Question 2

Easy

What method uses electric shocks to introduce DNA?

💡 Hint: Consider methods that enhance cell permeability.

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of introducing recombinant DNA into host cells?

  • To create antibiotics
  • To express a gene
  • To replicate the DNA
  • To destroy cells

💡 Hint: Think about what we want to achieve with new genetic material.

Question 2

True or False: Electroporation is a process that uses heat to facilitate DNA transfer.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember the types of methods we discussed.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A researcher wants to introduce a new gene into a plant. Discuss the potential methods they might consider and the advantages or disadvantages of each.

💡 Hint: Consider what the host organism is and how it affects method choices.

Question 2

Discuss why monitoring transformation success through selection markers is critical in genetic engineering.

💡 Hint: What happens if selection is not performed?

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