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What is the primary purpose of PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction)?
What is the primary purpose of PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction)?
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What is the primary purpose of PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction)?
To sequence DNA
To amplify DNA
To cut DNA
To visualize DNA
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PCR is used to amplify specific DNA sequences, making millions of copies of a particular segment.
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Q: What is the primary purpose of PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction)?
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PCR is used to amplify specific DNA sequences, making millions of copies of a particular segment.
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Step 1: Understand that DNA is made up of sequences that carry genetic information.
Step 2: Know that sometimes scientists need to study a specific part of DNA.
Step 3: Learn that PCR is a technique used to make many copies of that specific DNA part.
Step 4: Realize that by making millions of copies, scientists can easily analyze and work with the DNA.
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