Which of the following techniques is commonly used to separate proteins based on their size?
Correct Answer: Gel electrophoresis
- Step 1: Understand that proteins are molecules made up of amino acids.
- Step 2: Know that proteins can vary in size, meaning some are larger and some are smaller.
- Step 3: Learn that scientists need a way to separate these proteins to study them.
- Step 4: Discover that gel electrophoresis is a method used for this purpose.
- Step 5: Realize that in gel electrophoresis, proteins are placed in a gel and an electric current is applied.
- Step 6: Understand that the electric current causes the proteins to move through the gel.
- Step 7: Know that smaller proteins move faster and further through the gel than larger ones.
- Step 8: Conclude that this movement allows scientists to separate proteins based on their size.
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