The small peaks formed by repetitive DNA during density gradient centrifugation based DNA fingerprinting are called
Question and options
The small peaks formed by repetitive DNA during density gradient centrifugation based DNA fingerprinting are called
- Satellite DNA
- Histone DNA
- Trough
- Non repetitive DNA
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A - Satellite DNA
Repetitive DNA with a different base composition separates as small minor peaks/bands beside the main DNA band in density gradient centrifugation; these are called satellite DNA.
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