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What is the purpose of washing DNA with a 70% ethanol solution?
What is the purpose of washing DNA with a 70% ethanol solution?
- To re-suspend the DNA
- To enhance the stability of the DNA
- To precipitate DNA for better storage
- To remove salts and other water soluble impurities (correct)
Which buffer is most commonly used for re-suspending DNA?
Which buffer is most commonly used for re-suspending DNA?
- 1xTBE
- 1xTE (correct)
- 1xPBS
- 1xTris
How can the quality of extracted DNA be assessed before PCR?
How can the quality of extracted DNA be assessed before PCR?
- By observing the color of the solution
- By mixing DNA with loading buffer and analyzing on agarose gel (correct)
- By measuring the concentration of DNA in a photometer
- By checking the temperature during extraction
What conclusion can be drawn from the analysis of wheat DNA in a gel electrophoresis?
What conclusion can be drawn from the analysis of wheat DNA in a gel electrophoresis?
Which DNA storage option is least stable over time?
Which DNA storage option is least stable over time?
What is the first step in the DNA extraction process?
What is the first step in the DNA extraction process?
Which of the following is NOT a step in the DNA extraction process?
Which of the following is NOT a step in the DNA extraction process?
What is the purpose of using a spectrophotometer in DNA extraction?
What is the purpose of using a spectrophotometer in DNA extraction?
What is the primary purpose of DNA extraction?
What is the primary purpose of DNA extraction?
Which type of DNA is derived from the mitochondria?
Which type of DNA is derived from the mitochondria?
What is the first step in the DNA extraction process?
What is the first step in the DNA extraction process?
How do detergents aid in DNA extraction?
How do detergents aid in DNA extraction?
What effect does adding salts have during the DNA precipitation step?
What effect does adding salts have during the DNA precipitation step?
What is the role of alcohol in the DNA extraction process?
What is the role of alcohol in the DNA extraction process?
Why is the use of phenol/chloroform not allowed in classroom labs for DNA extraction?
Why is the use of phenol/chloroform not allowed in classroom labs for DNA extraction?
What is the expected outcome after the lysis of plant cells?
What is the expected outcome after the lysis of plant cells?
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Study Notes
DNA Extraction Overview
- DNA extraction separates genetic material from cellular components for analysis.
- Purpose: obtain purified DNA for genetic, molecular, or forensic applications.
- Types of DNA:
- Genomic DNA: chromosomal, nuclear material.
- Organelle DNA: mitochondrial (mDNA), chloroplast (clDNA).
- Plasmid DNA: extra-chromosomal elements.
- cDNA: complementary DNA.
- Phage or viral DNA: including double-stranded (ds) and single-stranded (ss) types.
DNA Extraction Process
- Lysis: Break open cells to expose DNA; disrupts cell walls and membranes, especially plasma and nuclear.
- Detergents: Used to solubilize membrane lipids due to their amphipathic nature.
- Precipitation:
- Uses alcohol (ethanol or isopropanol) to precipitate DNA caused by salt and alcohol-induced structural changes.
- Research labs may employ phenol/chloroform to remove proteins from DNA.
Washing and Re-suspension
- Washing: Precipitated DNA is washed with 70% ethanol to eliminate salts and impurities.
- Re-suspension: Clean DNA is re-suspended in a buffer (commonly 1xTE) for stability and storage.
Quality Assessment of DNA
- Quality is critical for successful downstream applications like PCR.
- Protocol:
- Mix 10 µL of DNA with 10 µL of loading buffer.
- Load onto a 1% agarose gel for analysis.
- Ideal extraction yields bright bands in high base pair range during gel electrophoresis.
Sample Analysis in Labs
- Classroom lab results:
- Barley, Corn, Oat, and Rice samples show acceptable quality.
- Wheat sample exhibits severe degradation, requiring re-extraction for PCR.
DNA Storage Techniques
- Salt solution (EDTA): Short-term storage, prevents enzyme activity.
- Freezing: Risky and expensive, requires careful management.
- Alcohol: Potential hazards due to volatility; requires monitoring.
- Dried state: Involves purification, applying to membranes, and ensuring dryness.
Importance in Agriculture
- DNA extraction is crucial for agricultural biotechnology, facilitating genetic modification and precise breeding for desired traits.
Summary of DNA Extraction Steps
- Cell lysis for DNA exposure.
- Detergent addition for lipid removal.
- Protease usage for protein removal.
- RNA degradation with Rnase.
- DNA precipitation with cold alcohol to form a pellet.
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