What is recombinant DNA?

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What is recombinant DNA?
  1. DNA that is naturally occurring
  2. DNA that has been artificially created by combining DNA from different sources
  3. DNA that is only found in viruses
  4. DNA that is only found in bacteria

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What is recombinant DNA?
Correct Answer: Recombinant DNA is DNA that is created by combining DNA from two different sources.
  • Step 1: DNA is the genetic material found in all living organisms.
  • Step 2: Sometimes, scientists want to study or use specific genes from different organisms.
  • Step 3: To do this, they take a piece of DNA from one organism and combine it with DNA from another organism.
  • Step 4: This combination of DNA from different sources is called recombinant DNA.
  • Step 5: Recombinant DNA allows scientists to understand how genes work and can be used in various applications like medicine and agriculture.
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