M.A. DEGREE EXAMINATION, NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2017.
Third Semester
Biotechnology
Paper IV ANIMAL BIOTECHNOLOGY
2 20434-AA
Time 3 Hours Max. Marks 70
SECTION — A
Answer any FIVE questions. 6 30 Marks)
1. Hams medium.
2. Coulter counter.
3. Batch reactor.
4. Nunc cell factory.
5. Biopharming.
6. Functional knockouts.
7. Artificial insemination.
8. Probiotics.
SECTION — B
Answer ALL questions. 10 40 Marks)
9. Describe the physical, chemical and metabolic functions of media.
Or
Describe plating efficiency and factors influencing growth.
10. Write an account on mechanical and enzymatic mode of desegregation.
Or
Describe cell lines and preservation of cell lines.

11. Describe the concept of nuclear transfer, nuclear reprogramming and creation
of Dolly.
Or
Write an account on transgenic animals.
12. Describe the concept of superovulation, collection, maintenance
and maturation of oocytes.
Or
Describe the applications of animal cell culture.
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