Explore topic-wise MCQs in Vector Biology.

This section includes 4 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Vector Biology knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

Which enzyme is used in homopolymer tailing for producing sticky ends?

A. Terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase
B. Alkaline phosphatase
C. Polynucleotide kinase
D. DNA polymerase
Answer» B. Alkaline phosphatase
2.

What is the function of a polynucleotide kinase?

A. Removal of the phosphate group from 5 end
B. Removal of the phosphate group from 3 end
C. Addition of phosphate group on 5 end
D. Addition of phosphate group on 3 end
Answer» D. Addition of phosphate group on 3 end
3.

Ligation takes place between __________

A. Adaptor and linker
B. Linker and vector
C. 5 -P terminus and 3 -OH terminus
D. Adaptor and vector
Answer» D. Adaptor and vector
4.

What is the problem associated with adaptors?

A. Shorter and hence improper ligation
B. Less efficient than linkers
C. May self-ligate and hence require restriction
D. Cannot be made synthetically
Answer» D. Cannot be made synthetically