Which Is the CORRECT Definition of PCR

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which is the CORRECT definition of PCR?

• A) Use of the enzyme reverse transcriptase to generate cDNA from mRNA, and then amplifying the cDNA exponentially using RNA polymerase.
• B) In vitro process of determining the nucleotide sequence of a DNA molecule using a variety of enzymes.
• C) In vitro technique used to repeatedly duplicate (amplify) a specific region of a DNA molecule, increasing the number of copies exponentially.
• D) Procedure in which a fragment of DNA is inserted into a vector and then transferred into another cell, where it then replicates.
• E) The process in which two complementary strands of DNA from different sources are annealed to create a hybrid double-stranded molecule.

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Definitions:

Hysteria

A term historically used to describe a psychological disorder characterized by a wide array of emotional and physical symptoms, now largely replaced by more specific diagnoses.

Conversion Disorder

A mental condition where psychological stress is expressed as physical symptoms, without any underlying physical cause.

Neurobiological Conditions

Disorders of the nervous system attributable to biological factors, affecting the brain's structure, chemistry, or function.

Motor Function

The ability of an individual to move and control movements of the body, primarily referring to physical coordination and mobility.