Which of the following is required for microinjection method of gene transfer?

Microparticles

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Micropipettes

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Divalent cations

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UV radiations

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Solution

The correct option is B Micropipettes
Micro-injection method is the direct or vectorless method of gene transfer, in which foreign DNA is directly injected into the nucleus of animal cell or plant cell by using micro-needles or micro-pipettes. It is used to transfer DNA in oocytes, eggs and embryo.
So, the correct answer is 'Micropipettes'.

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