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Why can the efficiency of competent cells decrease during storage?

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Correct answer: Wrong temperature or repeated thawing

Competent-cell efficiency depends on preserving cell viability and the physiological or membrane properties needed for DNA uptake. The governing storage concept is controlled preservation: an unsuitable temperature, prolonged exposure outside the recommended frozen state, or repeated freeze-thaw cycles can damage membranes, reduce viability and lower transformation efficiency. Therefore option A is correct. Proper freezing, clean aliquots and a sterile tube are protective practices when used correctly, although they cannot compensate for every storage error. Dividing a preparation into single-use aliquots is especially useful because it avoids thawing and refreezing the entire stock. Efficiency should be checked with a suitable control transformation rather than assumed from appearance alone.

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StorageFreeze-ThawCompetent CellsCompetent HostPrinciples Of BiotechnologyBiotechnologyClass 11 Mcq

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