During a Gene Analysis, a DNA Chip Was Scanned to Analyze

question 44

Multiple Choice

During a gene analysis, a DNA chip was scanned to analyze the fluorescence of the cDNA. The results showed a green dot. The green dot is an indication of a(n) _____.

• A) DNA sequence that bound to the cDNA from the treated cells
• B) RNA that was produced in untreated cells but not in treated cells
• C) mRNA that was produced in equal quantities in treated or untreated cells
• D) DNA sequences on the chip for which no mRNA was produced

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