MDCAT Biology MCQ #1209

Why might a scientist prefer to use a BAC (Bacterial Artificial Chromosome) over a plasmid for cloning?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #1209

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Why might a scientist prefer to use a BAC (Bacterial Artificial Chromosome) over a plasmid for cloning?

    • A) BACs are easier to manipulate
    • B) BACs can hold larger DNA inserts
    • C) BACs replicate more quickly
    • D) BACs are more stable in mammalian cells

    Answer: BACs can hold larger DNA inserts

    Explanation: BACs can hold larger DNA inserts; They are used for cloning large genomic fragments.