NEETZoologyBiotechnology - Principles and Processes
DNA fragments generated by the restriction endonucleases in a chemical reaction can be separated by
Options
- ACentrifugation
- BPolymerase chain reaction
- CElectrophoresis
- DRestriction mapping
Correct answer
C. Electrophoresis
Step-by-step solution
Separation and isolation of DNA fragments : The cutting of DNA by restriction endonucleases results in the fragments of DNA. These fragments can be separated by a technique known as gel electrophoresis. Since DNA fragments are negatively charged molecules they can be separated by forcing them to move towards the anode under an electric field through a medium/matrix.