Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Is Used to Detect Which Type

question 67

Multiple Choice

Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is used to detect which type of genetic variation?

• A) inversions
• B) monosomy
• C) triplet repeat expansions
• D) translocations
• E) aneuploidy

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Definitions:

Parenchyma Cells

Fundamental plant cells that are alive at maturity, usually found in leaves' mesophyll and involved in functions like photosynthesis, storage, and tissue repair.

Slimy Sheath

A slimy sheath refers to the mucilaginous covering found around certain bacteria, algae, and plants, offering protection and aiding in surface attachment.

Zone of Maturation

A region in plant roots where cells undergo differentiation, becoming specialized in their functions.

Data Warehouse

A large storage repository that aggregates data from various sources, designed for query and analysis rather than transaction processing.