Multiple choice

Explain denaturation of DNA.

  1. Separation of strands of DNA into single strands

  2. Denaturation is the separation of strands of DNA into single strands when heated to 90 degrees or above

  3. Denaturation or separation of RNA strands

  4. Denaturation or separation of DNA strands when heated to 50 degrees

  5. None of these
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B Correct answer
Explanation

When a DNA solution is heated to 90°C or above, there will be enough kinetic energy to denature the DNA completely, causing it to separate into single strands. So, this option is true.

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