Zoology-(general)
NEET Zoology (general) Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Medium-Class 12
Assertion (A): DNA fragments can be separated based on size using gel electrophoresis. | Reason (R): DNA fragments move towards the cathode in an electric field due to their negative charge.
A
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
B
Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
C
(A) is true but (R) is false.
D
(A) is false but (R) is true.
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
While DNA fragments are separated by size using gel electrophoresis, they move towards the anode, not the cathode, due to their negative charge.
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