Haryana PMT Haryana PMT Solved Paper-2010

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    Polyethylene glycol method is used for

    A)  gene transfer without a vector

    B)  biodiesel production

    C)  seedless fruit production

    D)  energy production from sewage

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    Introduction of DNA into plant cells without the                involvement of a biological agent and leading to             stable transformation is known as direct gene        transfer. Certain chemicals, eg, PEG        (Polyethylene Glycol), polyvinyl alcohol and      calcium phosphate enhance the uptake of DNA                by plant protoplast. PEG and calcium phosphate          are thought to precipitate the DNA onto the       outer surface of plasmalemma and the             precipitate is taken up by the endocytosis.


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