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CBSE Class 12 Biotechnology — Chapter Summaries

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An Overview of Recombinant DNA Technology

Recombinant DNA technology, also called genetic engineering, refers to methods used for directly manipulating the nucleic acid or genome of an organism. Its development became possible through major advances in DNA structure, replication, and the discovery of enzymes that can cut and join DNA. A cen

Key Concepts

Recombinant DNA technology is the setGene cloning is the isolationRestriction enzymes act as scissorsLigase joins two DNA fragments togetherStanley Cohen had expertise in introducing
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Host–Vector System

The host–vector system is the basic framework of recombinant DNA technology. A vector carries the desired DNA fragment, called the insert, into a compatible host. The host then provides the cellular machinery needed for replication and expression of the recombinant DNA. Together, the host and vector

Key Concepts

A host is the organism intoA vector is a DNA moleculePlasmids are circularpBR313 was an original plasmid vectorpUC19 is an improved plasmid cloning
3

Gene Cloning

Gene cloning is the process of using a gene for its product in biotechnology and other applications by transferring a DNA fragment containing the gene of interest into a host cell with the help of a vector. This makes many copies of the gene available for study, use, and further application. The cha

Key Concepts

A gene is selected for cloningNucleic acids are isolated by breakingRestriction endonucleases cut DNA at specificNatural DNA transfer in bacteria occursAfter transformation

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