Explore topic-wise MCQs in Genetic Engineering.

This section includes 7 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Genetic Engineering knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

Gene V blocks the production of which gene?

A. Gene III
B. Gene II
C. Gene VIII
D. Gene IV
Answer» C. Gene VIII
2.

Replication can also be carried out by rolling circle replication. Choose the correct statement for this type of replication?

A. It can be used for the formation of RF
B. The product of gene III binds on a specific site of double stranded genome
C. It creates a nick in the strand generating a free 3 hydroxyl
D. This strand is extended by the polymerase and displaces the original strand
Answer» B. The product of gene III binds on a specific site of double stranded genome
3.

The bacteriophage M13 vectors belong to a group of phages called as __________

A. skinny or filamentous phage
B. M phage group
C. single stranded phage
D. double stranded phage
Answer» B. M phage group
4.

The low copy number of F plasmid is essential for the stability of these plasmids.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
5.

Excision of the F factor can also be done from the host chromosome. Choose the incorrect statement in respect to it.

A. This excision is possible in vivo
B. Along with the F factor, host chromosome s DNA sequences are also excited
C. The sequences of host chromosome which can be accommodated in the F plasmid are small in size
D. These plasmids are termed as F plasmids
Answer» D. These plasmids are termed as F plasmids
6.

F factor integration into the host chromosome is called as __________

A. F plasmid
B. F factor and host chromosome recombination
C. Hfr (High frequency of recombination)
D. Recombinant host chromosome
Answer» D. Recombinant host chromosome
7.

F (fertility) factor is used in many bacterial systems for different purposes. Choose the incorrect statement with respect to the F factor.

A. It was identified in E. coli for catalysing genetic exchange between cells
B. Cells having F factor are called as female
C. The F factor is transferred from one cell to another via factors present outside
D. They are not related to BAC systems
Answer» B. Cells having F factor are called as female