A single strand of nucleic acid tagged with a radioactive molecule is called a _____.
A DNA probe is a fragment of DNA that contains specific nucleotide sequence for the desired gene or chromosomal region. DNA probes are radiolabelled so that upon hybridising with complementary sequences in test samples they can be detected.
Vector is an important component of genetic engineering as it acts as a vehicle for transferring the desired segment of DNA into the host cells. Example - pBR322.
Selectable marker in a vector helps in identifying the transformant from the non-transformant bacterial cells in a culture media.
Plasmid is an extrachromosomal DNA present in the bacterial cells, which is used as a vector for the gene transfer in many host cells.