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Why is the term "recombinant" used for recombinant DNA (rDNA)?

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Why is the term "recombinant" used for recombinant DNA (rDNA)?

Options

  • It involves joining DNA from two completely different sources.

  • It changes only the physical structure of one gene.

  • It produces only human insulin in bacteria.

  • It transfers genes only between plants.

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Solution

The term recombinant refers to joining DNA from two completely different sources. The resulting combined DNA is recombinant DNA (rDNA).

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