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What is the purpose of density gradient centrifugation in DNA fingerprinting?
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Options:
  • A To separate repetitive DNA from bulk genomic DNA
  • B To identify polymorphic regions in DNA sequence
  • C To compare DNA sequences of two individuals
  • D To form a major peak of satellite DNA
Solution:
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The correct answer is: To separate repetitive DNA from bulk genomic DNA
Density gradient centrifugation is used to separate repetitive DNA from bulk genomic DNA, as repetitive DNA forms small peaks known as satellite DNA)

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