Q416
Synthesis of a gene in a test tube and its transfer to a cell is called
A.
Genetic engineering
AnswerB.
Cloning
C.
Mutation
D.
Hybridisation
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
The synthesis of a gene in a test tube and its transfer to a cell is called Genetic engineering.Genetic engineering (also called genetic modification) is a process that uses laboratory-based technologies to alter the DNA makeup of an organism. This may involve changing a single base pair (A-T or C-G), deleting a region of DNA, or adding a new segment of DNA.