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Integration of DNA into the Chlamydomonas genome is via homologous recombination.

(a) True

(b) False

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This question is from Algae topic in chapter Using Other Organisms of Genetic Engineering

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Correct choice is (b) False

To explain I would say: Integration of DNA into the Chlamydomonas genome is via non-homologous recombination. And because of this gene disruption can’t be carried out efficiently.

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