In PCR,heating of the DNA Is Necessary Because

question 45

Multiple Choice

In PCR,heating of the DNA is necessary because:

• A)it cuts the DNA into fragments small enough to be replicated.
• B)it causes the primers to bind DNA.
• C)DNA polymerases require high heat to work.
• D)it separates the two strands of DNA.

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