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Which one of the following is used as vector for cloning genes into higher organisms?

A
Baculovirus
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Salmonella typhimurium
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Rhizopus nigricans
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Retrovirus
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Solution

The correct option is D Retrovirus
Retrovirus has the ability to transform normal cells into cancerous cells. Hence, it can be used as a vector for cloning desirable genes into animal cells.
Baculoviruses are a family of viruses that are known to infect invertebrates.
Salmonella typhimurium is a rod shaped gram negative bacteria that causes typhoid.
Rhizopus nigricans ​​​​​​​is a fungus commonly known as bread mold.

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