Question

Name an artificial chromosome used as a vector for Penicillium notatum.

Hint:

BAC (Bacterial) and YAC (Yeast) were both extensively used in the Human Genome Project.

Answer 1

Step 1: Identify the organism mentioned.
Penicillium notatum is a fungus. In genetic engineering, special vectors called artificial chromosomes are used to carry large DNA fragments into host organisms.

Step 2: Recall the artificial chromosome used for fungi.
For fungal organisms such as Penicillium, the commonly used artificial chromosome vector is the Yeast Artificial Chromosome (YAC). These vectors can carry very large segments of foreign DNA and replicate inside fungal/yeast cells.

Final Answer:
The artificial chromosome used as a vector is Yeast Artificial Chromosome (YAC).