With reference to the recent developments in science, which one of the following statements is not correct?
AFunctional chromosomes can be created by joining segments of DNA taken from cells of different species.
BPieces of artificial functional DNA can be created in laboratories.
CA piece of DNA taken out from an animal cell can be made to replicate outside a living cell in a laboratory.
DCells taken out from plants and animals can be made to undergo cell division in laboratory petri dishes.
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Functional chromosomes can be created by joining segments of DNA taken from cells of different species.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2019 (GS-I, Set A), Q.93. Official answer key: A.
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