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See all →- Which of the following type of immunity is present at the time of birth and is a non-specific type of defence in the human body? Answer: 2. Innate Immunity Key idea: Innate immunity is present from birth and is non-specific. Acquired immunity is pathogen-specific and d... 1
- Why can't insulin be given orally to diabetic patients? Answer: 2. It will be digested in Gastro-Intestinal (GI) tract Key idea: Insulin is a protein (peptide hormone). If taken orally, it is dige... 1
- Which of the following enzyme(s) are NOT essential for gene cloning?A. Restriction enzymesB. DNA ligaseC. DNA mutaseD. DNA recombinaseE. DNA polymeraseChoose the correct answer from the options given below : Answer: 1. C and D only Key idea: Gene cloning needs enzymes to cut (restriction enzymes), join (DNA ligase), and make copies (DNA polymeras... 1
- The blue and white selectable markers have been developed which differentiate recombinant colonies from non-recombinant colonies on the basis of their ability to produce colour in presence of a chromogenic substrate.Given below are two statements abo… Answer: 4. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct Key idea: Insertional inactivation of the lacZ gene (β-galactosidase). In a... 1
- Role of the water vascular system in Echinoderms is :A. Respiration and LocomotionB. Excretion and LocomotionC. Capture and transport of foodD. Digestion and RespirationE. Digestion and ExcretionChoose the correct answer from the options given below… Answer: 2. A and C Only Key idea: The water vascular system of echinoderms (tube feet) works in locomotion, capture and transport of food, a... 1
- Which of the following hormones released from the pituitary is actually synthesized in the hypothalamus ? Answer: 2. Anti-diuretic hormone (ADH) Key idea: Posterior pituitary hormones are made in the hypothalamus. ADH (and oxytocin) is synthesise... 1