During the process of isolation of DNA, chilled
ethanol is added to
(a) precipitate DNA
(b) break open the cell to release DNA
(c) facilitate action of restriction enzymes
(d) remove proteins such as histones.

1 Answer

Answer :

a) precipitate DNA

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