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Date May 2018 Marks available [Maximum mark: 1] Reference code 18M.3.SL.TZ1.9a
Level SL Paper 3 Time zone TZ1
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18M.3.SL.TZ1.9a
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Transformed leaf discs containing recombinant DNA can be used to grow genetically modified crop plants. Discs taken from the new plant can be used to monitor successful uptake of the recombinant DNA.

State one other method by which recombinant DNA can be introduced into a plant.

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viral/bacterial vector / (micro)injection / electroporation / liposomes / biolistics

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