The DNA Double Helix Can Be Separated into Single Strands

question 52

Multiple Choice

The DNA double helix can be separated into single strands using

• A) NaOH.
• B) heat.
• C) reverse transcriptase.
• D) either heat or NaOH.
• E) heat, NaOH, and reverse transcriptase.

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Definitions:

Epinephrine

A hormone and a neurotransmitter also known as adrenaline, which is released in response to stress and works by increasing heart rate, contracting blood vessels, and dilating air passages.

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Accelerate Heartbeat

The increase in the speed of the heart rate.

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