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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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