A Single Clone of Interest Can Be Distinguished from Others

question 68

Multiple Choice

A single clone of interest can be distinguished from others in a mixture of clones by

• A) testing the clones for antibiotic resistance.
• B) mobility of the clones in gel electrophoresis.
• C) a specific probe, usually a labeled complementary DNA.
• D) resistance to damage by ultraviolet light.

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Definitions:

Sample Data

A subset of individuals or observations taken from a larger population, used to estimate characteristics of the whole population.

Percentages

Numerical values expressed as a fraction of 100, used to describe proportions or ratios.

Significance Level

A threshold of probability set before an experiment to determine the acceptability of the evidence against the null hypothesis.

Student Body Proportions

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