Here are some sample NEET-style questions related to biotechnology principles and processes:
- Which of the following enzymes is commonly used in the process of PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction)? a) Restriction enzyme b) Ligase c) DNA polymerase d) Reverse transcriptase
- What is the purpose of using recombinant DNA technology? a) To produce genetically identical organisms b) To produce genetically modified organisms (GMOs) c) To generate large quantities of pure DNA d) To identify DNA fingerprints
- Which of the following techniques is used to separate DNA fragments based on their size? a) Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) b) Gel electrophoresis c) Southern blotting d) Western blotting
- The process of introducing foreign DNA into host cells is known as: a) Cloning b) Transformation c) Transcription d) Translation
- What is the function of a vector in recombinant DNA technology? a) To amplify DNA fragments b) To insert foreign DNA into host cells c) To cut DNA at specific sites d) To transcribe DNA into RNA
- Which of the following is NOT a step in the process of gene cloning? a) Insertion of the gene of interest into a vector b) Transformation of host cells with the recombinant DNA c) Extraction of DNA from the host cells d) Screening of transformed cells for the presence of the gene of interest
- Which enzyme is responsible for cutting DNA at specific recognition sequences in the process of recombinant DNA technology? a) DNA polymerase b) RNA polymerase c) Restriction endonuclease d) DNA ligase
- What is the purpose of the selectable marker gene in recombinant DNA technology? a) To mark the location of the gene of interest b) To enable the identification of transformed cells c) To ensure replication of the vector d) To regulate the expression of the gene of interest
These questions cover various aspects of biotechnology principles and processes that are relevant for the NEET exam.