Practice - Gel Electrophoresis
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Practice Questions
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What is gel electrophoresis used for?
💡 Hint: Think about DNA analysis.
Name one dye used to visualize DNA in gel electrophoresis.
💡 Hint: Remember the colors used in DNA visualization.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary purpose of gel electrophoresis?
💡 Hint: What does electrophoresis help us do with DNA?
True or False: Gel electrophoresis involves the use of an electric field to move DNA.
💡 Hint: Consider how electricity interacts with charged molecules.
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Challenge Problems
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If a scientist runs gel electrophoresis at a higher voltage than recommended, what might happen to the results?
💡 Hint: Consider the balance needed between speed and clarity.
A student uses a gel with a high agarose concentration. What challenges might they face when analyzing large DNA fragments?
💡 Hint: Think about how gel thickness affects movement.
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