Zoology-(general)
NEET Zoology (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 12
In the process of DNA amplification using PCR, if a single DNA molecule is subjected to 30 cycles of amplification, approximately how many copies of the DNA will be produced?
A
1 billion copies
B
2 billion copies
C
500 million copies
D
100 million copies
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The NCERT text states that the repeated amplification of DNA using PCR can produce approximately 1 billion copies. This is achieved through multiple cycles of DNA replication.
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