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STANDARD Zoology Isolation of DNA MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium

During the process of isolation of DNA, chilled ethanol is added to

A

Precipitate DNA

B

Break open the cell to release DNA

C

Facilitate action of restriction enzymes

D

Remove proteins such as histones

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Ethanol precipitation is a commonly used technique for concentrating and de-salting nucleic acid (DNA or RNA) preparation in aqueous solution. Thus cool DNA helps the DNA to precipitate more quickly.

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