Molecular Biology: Gel Electrophoresis Basics
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What is the main purpose of gel electrophoresis in DNA analysis?

  • To neutralize the charge of DNA fragments
  • To cut DNA fragments into smaller pieces
  • To separate DNA fragments based on size (correct)
  • To replicate DNA within bacterial cells
  • Which type of gel is most commonly used in gel electrophoresis for DNA separation?

  • Polyacrylamide
  • Silica
  • Cellulose
  • Agarose (correct)
  • What visual marker is used to observe DNA fragments after gel electrophoresis?

  • Fluorescent dyes
  • Radiolabeled probes
  • Ethidium bromide (correct)
  • Agarose crystals
  • What defines a cloning vector like a plasmid or bacteriophage?

    <p>Their high copy number within bacterial cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do smaller DNA fragments behave in gel electrophoresis compared to larger fragments?

    <p>They migrate farther than larger fragments</p> Signup and view all the answers

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