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In genetic engineering, the antibiotics are used
BiologyBiotechnology - Principles and ProcessesNEETNEET 2012 (Mains)
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  • A as selectable markers
  • B to select healthy vectors
  • C as sequences from where replication starts
  • D to keep the cultures free of infection
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The correct answer is: as selectable markers
The integration of selectable marker gene along with a gene of interest is helpful for identifying transformed cells. However, the presence of slectable marker gene for antibiotic resistance in a genetically modified organism that is released into enviornment is not desirable.

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