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A selectable marker is used to:

  1. A
    help in eliminating the non-transformants
  2. B
    identify the gene for the desired trait
  3. C
    select a suitable vector for transformation
  4. D
    mark a gene on a chromosome for isolation

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In genetic engineering, a selectable marker helps in identifying and eliminating non-transformants and selectively permitting the growth of the transformants.

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A selectable marker is used to:
A
help in eliminating the non-transformants
B
identify the gene for the desired trait
C
select a suitable vector for transformation
D
mark a gene on a chromosome for isolation

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