The term 'transgenic' refers to an organism that: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The term 'transgenic' refers to an organism that:
A. Is a clone
B. Contains genes from another species introduced by genetic engineering
C. Has undergone natural mutation
D. Is produced by cross-breeding
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Transgenic organisms carry a foreign gene (transgene) deliberately inserted into their genome using recombinant DNA technology. Example: transgenic mice with human genes for disease modeling. GMO is broader, but transgenic specifically involves genes from different species. Cloning copies genome, cross-breeding is within species.

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The 'Hormone Motilin' is secreted by the M cells of the duodenum and jejunum. Its primary function is to:
A. Inhibit pancreatic enzyme secretion
B. Inhibit gastric emptying
C. Stimulate gastric emptying and initiate the migrating motor complex (MMC) in the interdigestive state
D. Stimulate insulin release

Correct Answer: Option C


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Question #2
The phenomenon that explains the movement of water from roots to leaves against gravity is mainly:
A. Active transport
B. Root pressure
C. Transpiration-cohesion-tension mechanism
D. Capillary action

Correct Answer: Option C


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The process of sperm formation in the testes is called:
A. Oogenesis
B. Gametogenesis
C. Spermatogenesis
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Correct Answer: Option C


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