Question
Explain three basic steps to be followed during genetic modification of an organism.
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Answer
- Identification of DNA with desirable genes, so that the genetically modified organism has largely desirable genes.
- Introduction of the DNA with desirable genes, into the host using vector
- Maintenance of introduced DNA in the host, and transfer of the DNA to its progeny through cloning.
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