Using transgenic animal models has its limitations because


A) prokaryotic cells are generally better at producing human proteins.

B) bacterial pathogens that affect humans do not affect animals.

C) the level of gene expression is significantly higher in animals.

D) researchers cannot control where a transgene inserts itself into a genome.


D) researchers cannot control where a transgene inserts itself into a genome.

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What will be an ideal response?

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