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This section includes 10 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. |
THE_FIRST_STEP_FOR_RNASEH_METHOD_IS_TO_ANNEAL_A_CHEMICALLY_SYNTHESIZED_OLIGO-DT_PRIMER_TO_THE_3‚ÄÖ√Ñ√∂‚ÀÖ√Ë‚ÀÖ¬•_POLYA_TAIL_OF_RNA._IS_THE_GIVEN_STATEMENT_TRUE_OR_FALSE??$# |
A. | True |
B. | False |
Answer» B. False | |
2. |
For_the_synthesis_of_second_DNA_strand,_incorporated_oligo-dT_is_of_no_use._Why?$ |
A. | It is so because it is unstable |
B. | It is so because it is at the 3’ end of the template molecule |
C. | It is so because it would be unable to initiate replication |
D. | It is so because it is detaches itself after first strand synthesis |
Answer» D. It is so because it is detaches itself after first strand synthesis | |
3. |
What is the basis of RNaseH method? |
A. | It is based on RNA synthesis by DNA strand |
B. | It is based on complementary DNA synthesis by RNA strand through reverse transciptase |
C. | It is based on complementary DNA synthesis by RNA strand through RNaseH enzyme |
D. | It is based on getting double strand RNA from a single strand |
Answer» C. It is based on complementary DNA synthesis by RNA strand through RNaseH enzyme | |
4. |
Choose the correct with respect to RNA molecules. |
A. | They are less labile than DNA molecules |
B. | The 2’ hydroxyl group of ribose group decreases the activity |
C. | There is no less of activity while boiling |
D. | Baking of glassware, treatment with UV can be used for protection against degradation |
Answer» E. | |
5. |
At times streptavidin is used in place of cellulose. Choose the correct statement for this alternative. |
A. | oligo-dT streptavidin conjugate can be extracted by magnetic beads |
B. | The magnetic beads are attached with activin |
C. | Recovery is not based on the magnetic properties of the beads |
D. | The interaction between polyA tail and the oligo-dT is reduced |
Answer» B. The magnetic beads are attached with activin | |
6. |
Poly A tail from the column is eluted by using high salt concentration. Is the given statement is true or false. |
A. | True |
B. | False |
Answer» C. | |
7. |
Choose the incorrect statement for oligo-dT cellulose. |
A. | It is used for separation of polyadenylated mRNA from other mRNA |
B. | oligo-dT are covalently attached to the solid support via OH bonds |
C. | A solution containing RNA is passed through the column |
D. | Poly A tail attaches to the oligo-dT by ionic bonds |
Answer» E. | |
8. |
Polyadenylation of RNA species is an important criterion for the production of cDNA species. Which of the following holds true? |
A. | Polyadenylation should be at 3’ end |
B. | Eukaryotic mRNAs are mostly non-polyadenylated |
C. | Bacterial mRNAs and organelle mRNAs are polyadenylated |
D. | It is carried out by addition of T residues after synthesis |
Answer» B. Eukaryotic mRNAs are mostly non-polyadenylated | |
9. |
A times partial sequencing of cloned cDNAs is carried out. These cDNA are known as: |
A. | expressed RNA sequences |
B. | expressed sequence tags (ESTs) |
C. | expressed cDNA sequences |
D. | library |
Answer» C. expressed cDNA sequences | |
10. |
Choose the incorrect statement for cDNA libraries. |
A. | They constitute of DNA copies produced from the RNA sequences and usually mRNA |
B. | They represent expressed sequences |
C. | Introns are not represented |
D. | Comparison of cDNA sequences with genomic sequences leads to determination of polyadenylation sites |
Answer» D. Comparison of cDNA sequences with genomic sequences leads to determination of polyadenylation sites | |