The Migration of Linear DNA Molecules in Agarose or Polyacrylamide

question 26

Multiple Choice

The migration of linear DNA molecules in agarose or polyacrylamide gels occurs at a rate that is

• A) independent of their size.
• B) directly proportional to their size.
• C) inversely proportional to their size.
• D) dependent on the AT content.
• E) dependent on the GC content.

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