Classical Bacterial Mutagenesis Quiz
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Wild-type strains of bacteria can be improved using classical mutagenesis methods

True

Examples of physical mutagens include X-rays and UV rays

True

Chemical methods for mutagenesis include the use of ethidium bromide and nitrous acid

True

Classical mutagenesis methods using chemical or physical agents called mutagens. These methods require different screening systems to detect hyper- producer strain. Examples of mutagens include:  Physical (e.g. X-rays and ______)

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Chemical methods (e.g. ethidium bromide and ______)

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A number of techniques/methods are used for improving the wild-type strains of bacteria: (1) Classical mutagenesis methods using ______ or physical agents called mutagens.

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