Genetic Engineering MCQ

Q1. Who is considered the father of Genetic Engineering?

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Q2. The technique used to amplify DNA is called:

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Q3. What is the function of restriction enzymes in genetic engineering?

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Q4. Which vector is commonly used for cloning large DNA fragments?

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Q5. CRISPR-Cas9 technology is primarily used for:

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Q6. Which method is used to introduce foreign DNA into bacterial cells?

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Q7. The first genetically modified organism created was:

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Q8. Which enzyme covalently joins DNA fragments?

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Q9. Which genetic element controls gene transcription?

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Q10. Gene therapy aims to:

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Q11. The β€œtransgenic organism” contains:

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Q12. Which of the following is a common host used in genetic engineering?

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Q13. What is a plasmid?

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Q14. What is the role of a reporter gene in genetic engineering?

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Q15. Which method separates DNA strands by size for analysis?

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Q16. What is a commonly used selectable marker gene for bacteria?

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Q17. The lac operon in E. coli is involved in:

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Q18. Ethidium bromide is used to:

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Q19. Which system is used for gene editing in human cells?

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Q20. Which gel is usually used for separating DNA in agarose gel electrophoresis?

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