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We added IPTG and X-gal to the LB plates for the selection of the plasmid transformed...

We added IPTG and X-gal to the LB plates for the selection of the plasmid transformed bacteria. What is the function of IPTG and X-gal?

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IPTG is used along with X-gal for the purpose of blue-white screening. It is a non-metabolizable, which induces the expression of lacZ gene. Chromogenic substrate such as X-gal is required for visual screening purposes and used in visual indication.

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