Biolistics or gene gun method of transferring the gene of interest into host organism is suitable for: (
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A
Plants
B
Animals
C
Fungi
D
Algae
Correct Answer
Plants
Detailed Explanation
To introduce alien DNA into plant host cells, cells are bombarded with high velocity micro-particles of gold or tungsten coated with DNA in a method known as Biolistics or Gene Gun.
Another method known as Micro-injection is used in which recombinant DNA is directly injected into the nucleus of an animal cell.
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