What is one of the advantages of producing human growth hormone (HGH) from a cloned gene in a bacterial cell?
A) As the protein is introduced therapeutically, it transfers the HGH gene as well.
B) Larger quantities are available.
C) The bacterial protein has a different amino acid sequence that is more effective.
D) The product can be administered by infecting a person with the recombinant bacteria.
E) A gene cloned from mice, rather than from humans, can be used.
Answer: B
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