Q. Which one of the following is used as vector for cloning genes into higher organisms?

A) Retrovirus
B) Baculovirus
C) Salmonella typhimurium
D) Rhizopus nigricans
Explanation

[Solution from source] Retroviruses can turn normal animal cells cancerous, but when disarmed they are used as vectors to deliver genes into animal cells. Baculoviruses are used as biocontrol agents against insects, and Salmonella and Rhizopus are not cloning vectors. Answer (1).

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