Question

What is a DNA vector?

Answer 1

DNA vector:-

1. It is a piece of DNA which is used for transferring a foreign DNA material into a new cell.
2. A vector has the ability to duplicate itself and get itself integrated into the new cell.
3. Such DNA sequences are used for cloning purposes.
4. The piece of DNA that is transferred with the help of a vector is called recombinant DNA.
5. Some common vectors include plasmids and viruses.