Biomed 1.2 quiz
RFLP
# of times the DNA is cut by restriction enzyme
What is the purpose of detergent in DNA isolation?
Breaks down cell nucleus
Restriction enzymes
Cut DNA at specific nucleotide sequences
In gel electrophoresis, DNA will migrate toward the ____end because DNA has a ___ charge
Positive negative ***opposites attract!
PCR
Scientists use this process to produce millions of copies of a DNA sequence with only a small sample
What characteristic separates DNA fragments during gel electrophoresis?
Size
In gel electrophoresis, larger segments travel ____ than smaller segments through the gel
Slower
The smaller the DNA fragment...
The further it will travel