Multiple choice

The prokaryote used as host in genetic engineering technique

  1. HIV

  2. TMV

  3. Bacillus subtilis

  4. Bacteriophage
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Explanation

Bacillus subtilis is a prokaryotic bacterium commonly used as a host in genetic engineering. It's a Gram-positive, non-pathogenic bacterium that can be easily transformed and has well-characterized genetics. B. subtilis is particularly useful for expressing proteins, studying gene regulation, and as a model organism for prokaryotic research.

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