wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
15
You visited us 15 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

For transformation, micro-particles coated with DNA to be bombared with gene are made up of

A
Silicon or platinum
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
Gold or tungsten
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
C
Silver or platinum
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
Platinum or zinc
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is B Gold or tungsten
Gold or tungsten micro-particles coated with DNA of gene of interest are used to bombard plant cells.
This technique of transformation is known as the gene gun method.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Process Of Recombinant DNA Technology
BIOLOGY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon