NEET Biology: Biotechnology Principles and Processes — MCQ Test 9

Q6. Which of the following statements about restriction enzymes is incorrect?

Q7. Which of the following statements about gel electrophoresis is incorrect?

Q8. What is the function of DNA ligase in recombinant DNA technology?

Q9. Which of the following statements about vectors in genetic engineering is incorrect?

Q10. Which of the following statements about cloning vectors is incorrect?

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Which of the following statements about plasmids is TRUE?

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Key concepts covered in this specific test include Following, Statements, Plasmids, Inserting, Recombinant, and Organism.

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Q1. Which of the following statements about plasmids is TRUE?

  • A. They are linear DNA molecules
  • B. They replicate independently of the host chromosome
  • C. They do not contain any genes
  • D. They are only found in eukaryotic cells

Q2. Which of the following is a crucial step before inserting recombinant DNA into a host organism?

  • A. DNA sequencing
  • B. Isolation of the desired gene
  • C. Protein synthesis
  • D. Southern blotting

Q3. Which of the following statements about gel electrophoresis is incorrect?

  • A. Gel electrophoresis separates DNA fragments based on size.
  • B. Smaller DNA fragments move faster than larger ones.
  • C. DNA moves toward the negative electrode during electrophoresis.
  • D. Gel electrophoresis requires an electric field.

Q4. What is the purpose of gel electrophoresis in recombinant DNA technology?

  • A. To separate DNA fragments based on size
  • B. To amplify DNA sequences
  • C. To replicate plasmid DNA
  • D. To transform bacterial cells

Q5. Which of the following statements about Southern blotting is correct?

  • A. Southern blotting is used to detect specific DNA sequences.
  • B. Southern blotting is used to detect proteins.
  • C. Southern blotting does not require gel electrophoresis.
  • D. Southern blotting is not useful in forensic science.

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