Introduction of one or more genes into an organism which normally does not possess them or their deletion by using artificial means (not by breeding) comes under a branch called______.
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The introduction of one or more genes into an organism or deletion of genes using artificial methods (not breeding) is called genetic engineering. It involves direct manipulation of DNA using recombinant DNA technology.
Molecular biology → study of molecular basis of life
Cytogenetics → study of chromosomes
Genetic hybridization → crossing of organisms
Correct → genetic engineering
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