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What role does heating with 10% sodium hydroxide serve in RNA isolation from yeast?
What role does heating with 10% sodium hydroxide serve in RNA isolation from yeast?
Which of the following components are produced from the complete hydrolysis of RNA nucleotides?
Which of the following components are produced from the complete hydrolysis of RNA nucleotides?
What is the first step in isolating RNA from yeast as described in the procedure?
What is the first step in isolating RNA from yeast as described in the procedure?
Why are nucleic acids considered crucial in living cells?
Why are nucleic acids considered crucial in living cells?
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What is the purpose of using concentrated hydrochloric acid during RNA purification?
What is the purpose of using concentrated hydrochloric acid during RNA purification?
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Study Notes
Nucleic Acids and RNA/DNA Isolation and Analysis
- Nucleic acids are vital components in all living cells, playing roles in cell organization, function, division, reproduction, and transmission of hereditary factors
- Nucleic acids function as co-factors and co-enzymes in protein synthesis
- The two main types of nucleic acids are DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) and RNA (ribonucleic acid)
- The experiment isolates, quantifies, and profiles RNA from yeast, examining its components
- Nucleic acids are moderately soluble in cold water but insoluble in alcohol, mixing instantly in weak alkali metal salts
- RNA isolation involves heating with alkali (10% NaOH) to extract the nucleic acid and inactivate nucleases
RNA Isolation Procedure
- Heating with 10% NaOH extracts RNA and removes water-soluble proteins and nucleases
- Acid extraction at pH 4-5 separates nucleic acid from other interfering substances
- Treatment with 6N acetic acid, followed by repeated washing with 95% alcohol and other organic solvents removes further interfering substances
- This ensures accurate chemical testing
RNA Properties and Objectives
- Complete hydrolysis of RNA yields sugars (ribose), purines (adenine & guanine), pyrimidines (uracil & cytosine), and phosphates.
- Students should be able to prepare RNA from yeast, test its properties, discuss DNA isolation techniques, and appreciate the importance of nucleic acids in daily life.
Materials and Procedure
- Appartus: 2 porcelain chips, 1 hot plate, 1 funnel holder, 1 water bath
- Chemicals Required for RNA preparation from yeast: 20ml 10% NaOH, 1ml concentrated HCl, 10 g yeast, 35ml 95% ethanol
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Test your understanding of nucleic acids, their functions, and the procedures for RNA isolation. This quiz covers the characteristics of DNA and RNA, as well as the methodologies for extracting and analyzing these vital components of life. Dive deep into the science behind nucleic acids and enhance your knowledge of molecular biology.
