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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 | |