Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 18 - Recombinant DNA and Biotechnology - 18.2 - There Are Several Ways to Insert DNA into Cells - 18.2 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 386: 2

Answer

A reporter gene allows biologists to pinpoint and select the host cells that contain a desired sequence for transformation. These selectable markers are a type of gene whose expression is easily observed in laboratory settings and therefore offer insight regarding which sequences should be transplanted.

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A reporter gene allows biologists to pinpoint and select the host cells that contain a desired sequence for transformation. These selectable markers are a type of gene whose expression is easily observed in laboratory settings and therefore offer insight regarding which sequences should be transplanted.
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