Questions and Answers
Where does the name 'electrophoresis' come from?
It comes from the Latin word 'electro' meaning electricity and the Greek word 'phoresis' meaning movement
What is gel electrophoresis used for?
To separate DNA fragments based on their size and charge
Why do DNA fragments separate during gel electrophoresis?
Based on their size and charge
What is the purpose of running a current through the gel during gel electrophoresis?
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What molecules can be separated using gel electrophoresis?
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