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The most commonly used mammalian research models for biotechnological research are


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Rabbits

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Mice

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Pigs

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Sheep

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Solution

The correct option is B

Mice


Mice are one of the most commonly used mammalian research models because their genomes are 85% similar to the human genome. Scientists have produced transgenic rabbits, cows, fish, pigs, sheep, yet, transgenic Mice form 95% of this population.


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