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In recombinant DNA technique, the term vector refers to

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Donor DNA, is identified and picked up through electrophoresis
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Plasmid, transfers DNA into living cell
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Collection of entire genome in form of plasmid
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Enzyme, cuts the DNA at specific sites
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The correct option is C Plasmid, transfers DNA into living cell
Vector is a DNA molecule used as a vehicle to artificially carry foreign genetic material into another cell, where it can be replicated and expressed. A recombinant DNA technology is a technique of transferring a desired gene into another and combining them for obtaining a sequence that is not found in the genome.
The four major types of vectors are plasmids, viral vectors (bacteriophages), cosmids and artificial chromosomes.
Thus, the correct answer is option B.

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