Which of the Following Procedures Is Used to Amplify DNA

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following procedures is used to amplify DNA in the laboratory?

• A) DNA cloning
• B) reverse transcription
• C) nucleic acid hybridization
• D) DNA restriction
• E) polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

Distinguish between prezygotic and postzygotic barriers and their significance in speciation.

Describe the process and significance of polyploidy in plant evolution.

Explain the concept of speciation and the conditions that lead to the formation of new species.

Clarify the importance of behavioral isolation and mating signals in reproductive isolation.

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Definitions:

Depreciation Expense

The portion of the cost of a fixed asset that is considered consumed in each period of the asset's useful life.

Retrospective Adjustments

Adjustments made to the financial statements of prior periods when adopting a new accounting principle, as if that principle had always been applied.

Salvage Value

The estimated residual value of an asset after its useful life is over.

Straight-Line Method

A method of calculating depreciation of an asset which spreads the cost evenly across the useful life of the asset.