Understanding the Role of Primers in PCR – Definition and Function A primer is ? a. A long DNA or RNA sequence that elongates the template b. A regulator region […]
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Three Steps of PCR Cycle – Denaturation, Annealing, and Extension
Understanding the Three Main Steps of PCR Cycle – Denaturation, Annealing, and Extension The three main steps in a PCR cycle are? a. Denaturation, annealing, extension b. Annealing, primer synthesis, […]
Taq Polymerase is Essential for PCR: Understanding Its Thermostability
Why Taq Polymerase is Essential for PCR – Its Role and Properties Taq polymerase is a commonly used enzyme in PCR because this enzyme is …………. a. Not prone to […]
The Role of Thermal Cycler in Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Understanding the Role of Thermal Cycler in Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Thermal Cycler’ is used in the reaction a. Enzyme linked immuno sorbant assay b. Ligation reaction c. Polymerase chain […]
Factors Affecting Denaturation of Double-Stranded DNA
Factors Affecting Denaturation of Double-Stranded DNA Denaturation of double-stranded DNA wont be promoted if it is ? (A) The ionic strength of the solution is decreased (B) A protein is […]
PCR-Based DNA Molecular Markers AFLP, SSR, and RAPD
Understanding PCR-Based DNA Amplification in AFLP, SSR, and RAPD Molecular Markers Which of PCR based DNA amplification is an essential feature of which of the following combination of molecular markers? […]
AFLP: A Molecular Marker Combining Restriction Enzyme and PCR Techniques
Understanding AFLP: A Molecular Marker Combining Restriction Enzyme and PCR Techniques Which one of the following molecular marker types uses combination of both restriction enzyme and PCR techniques? a. SSR […]
Understanding the Size of cDNA from Mature Stimulin mRNA
Understanding the Size of cDNA from Mature Stimulin mRNA The hypothetical “stimulin” gene contains two exons that encode a protein of 100 amino acids. They are separated by an intron […]
Cloning Step in PCR/Sequencing Analysis of Microbial Communities
Importance of the Cloning Step in PCR/Sequencing Analysis of Microbial Communities The cloning step in PCR/sequencing analysis of microbial communities is necessary for a. The amplification process b. Preventing contamination […]
The Reduced Efficiency of PCR Amplification in Later Cycles
Understanding the Reduced Efficiency of PCR Amplification in Later Cycles The efficiency of amplification in PCR in later cycles is reduced due to a. Reduction in substrate concentration b. Insufficient […]


