Question
What are the different techniques by which foreign DNA can be transferred to host cell without using a vector?
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Answer
Foreign DNA can be transferred to host cell without using a vector by techniques like electroporation, microinjection, lipofection, shot gun, ultrasonification, biolistic method, etc.
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