Practice Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) - 3 | Tools and Techniques in Genetic Engineering | Genetic Engineering Basic
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Question 1

Easy

What does PCR stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about the process of amplifying DNA.

Question 2

Easy

What is the purpose of using Taq polymerase in PCR?

💡 Hint: Consider what happens after the primers attach.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the initial temperature for denaturation in PCR?

  • 50°C
  • 72°C
  • 94-96°C

💡 Hint: Think of it as boiling water.

Question 2

True or False: Taq polymerase is a heat-resistant enzyme.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what happens during high-temperature steps.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a PCR protocol to amplify a specific DNA segment. Include details about the temperature and time for each step, as well as the role of Taq polymerase.

💡 Hint: Remember the time needed for each step and the significance of Taq polymerase.

Question 2

Explain how PCR can be utilized in a real-world application, such as in the medical field.

💡 Hint: Focus on how amplification can result in detection.

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