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Expand the following abbreviations.
(i) RDT
(ii) BAC
(iii) SSBP
(iv) IUCD

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(i) RDT is the abbreviation of Recombinant DNA Technology. This is the process in which the DNA of different organisms are fused to form a recombinant DNA which can be introduced in a host. This helps in the production of therapeutic products.
(ii) BAC is the abbreviation ofBacterial artificial Chromosome. This is the vector which is commonly used for transforming and cloning in the bacteria. The plasmid construct is based on fertility plasmid.
(iii) SSBP is the abbreviation ofSingle Stranded DNA Binding Protein. These are binding proteins which gets attached to the single strand of DNA during replication. These proteins also helps to hold the DNA strand during transcription.
(iv) IUCDis the abbreviation ofIntrauterine Contraceptive Device. These are devices which are used to prevent pregnancy. There are various different types of devices which helps to prevent conception.

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