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Which of the following methods is commonly used for the detection and characterization of microorganisms?
Which of the following methods is commonly used for the detection and characterization of microorganisms?
- Chemical analysis
- Optical microscopy (correct)
- Physical examination
- Electrical conductivity
Which of the following techniques is used to identify specific microorganisms based on their DNA sequences?
Which of the following techniques is used to identify specific microorganisms based on their DNA sequences?
- Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) (correct)
- Electrophoresis
- Mass spectrometry
- Chromatography
What is the purpose of molecular methods in the detection and characterization of microorganisms?
What is the purpose of molecular methods in the detection and characterization of microorganisms?
- To measure the size of microorganisms
- To determine the color of microorganisms
- To study the genetic makeup of microorganisms (correct)
- To observe the behavior of microorganisms
