If You Start with One Copy of a DNA Fragment,how

question 104

Multiple Choice

If you start with one copy of a DNA fragment,how many rounds of PCR will it take to end up with a total of 32 copies?

• A) 8
• B) 5
• C) 4
• D) 16
• E) 31

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Definitions:

Seawater

The saltwater that fills the oceans and seas, covering approximately 71% of Earth's surface.

Silica-rich Organisms

Refers to organisms that utilize silica (SiO2) in their structural makeup, often found in the cell walls or skeletons, such as diatoms and some sponges.

Chert Formation

The process by which chert, a hard, fine-grained sedimentary rock composed of microscopic silica particles, is formed, often in deep marine environments.

Seawater

A solution of various salts and minerals found in the world's oceans.