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Biotechnology Engineering · Q36

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Engineering and GATE · Biotechnology Engineering · question 36

Q36

Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) is used as a cryopreservant for mammalian cell cultures because

A.
It is an organic solvent
B.
It easily penetrates cells
C.
It protects cells by preventing crystallization of water
Answer
D.
It is also utilized as a nutrient

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
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