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What is the definition of recombinant DNA?
Molecules of DNA from two different species inserted into a host organism
What are clones in the context of molecular biology?
Genetically identical cells or organisms produced asexually from a single ancestor
What is the function of gene libraries?
To store cloned DNA fragments that make up the total genomic DNA of an organism
What is the role of vectors in molecular biology?
To carry foreign genetic material into another cell for replication and/or expression
What is the purpose of Northern blotting in a laboratory setting?
To detect the presence of a specific RNA molecule in a sample
What is a gene library?
A collection of cloned DNA fragments representing the total genomic DNA of an organism
What is the function of a vector in molecular biology?
To carry foreign genetic material into another cell where it can be replicated and/or expressed
What are clones?
A group of genetically identical cells or organisms produced asexually from a single ancestor
What is the purpose of recombinant DNA?
To produce new genetic combinations of value to science, medicine, agriculture, and industry
What is Northern blotting used for in a laboratory setting?
To detect specific RNA molecules
Test your knowledge of molecular biology with this quiz on Recombinant DNA and Vectors. Challenge yourself to understand the fundamentals of genetic engineering and the applications of these techniques in various fields.
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