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The given figure is the diagrammatic representation of the E.coli vector pBR322. Which one of the given options correctly identifies its certain component(s)?

Correct answer: D. AmpR, tetR -antibiotic resistance genes

  • A. Original restriction enzyme
  • B. Rop-­reduced osmotic pressure
  • C. HindIII, EcoRI selectable markers
  • D. AmpR, tetR -antibiotic resistance genes

Explanation

In pBR322, ori­-represents site or origin of replication rop­ codes for proteins take part in the replication of plasmid. Hind III, Eco RI­ -recognition sites of restriction endonucleases. amp R and tet R ­- antibiotic resistance genes.

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