A Vector Is Used to "Ferry" DNA from One Organism

question 32

Multiple Choice

A vector is used to "ferry" DNA from one organism into another.In gene therapy,what acts as the vector?

• A) a virus
• B) a plasmid
• C) a restriction enzyme
• D) a genetically modified organism

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