Mitochondrial and Nuclear DNA Differ in Density, Permitting Separation with Density

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Essay

Mitochondrial and nuclear DNA differ in density, permitting separation with density gradient centrifugation. What is the source of this density difference?

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Definitions:

Myringotome

A surgical instrument used for making an incision in the eardrum, typically to relieve pressure or allow drainage.

Myringotomy

A surgical procedure that involves making a small incision in the eardrum to relieve pressure or drain fluid.

Myringoplasty

Surgical repair of a hole or tear in the eardrum (tympanic membrane) to improve hearing and prevent water from entering the middle ear.

Auditory-Evoked Response

A measure of the brain's response to sound, used in hearing tests to assess auditory nerve and brainstem function.