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Biotechnology : Principles And Processes

Question
CBSEENBI12000892

What do you understand by the term selectable marker ?

Solution
Selectable marker is a gene present in vector which helps in selecting those cells which contain the vector (transformant) and eliminating the non-transformants. Common selectable markers include the genes encoding resistance to antibiotics such as ampicillin,tetracycline or gene for β–galactosidase which can be identified by a colour reaction.