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Which of the following is needed for gene transformation and its screening in animals?

A
Foreign DNA
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Plasmid
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C
Selectable marker
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D
All of the above
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Solution

The correct option is D All of the above
D. All of the above
Solution : Foreign DNA is needed for gene transformation that is to be inserted into the cell. Plasmid is used as a vector with which the DNA insert is attached and introduced into the host. The selectable marker is used as a marker to see if the inserted gene is expressed or not.
So the correct answer is "All of the above".

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