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Quick questions on Gene technology: recombinant DNA, PCR and DNA profiling - CCEA A-Level Biology

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State the role of restriction enzymes and DNA ligase in genetic engineering. [2 marks]
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Explain how gel electrophoresis separates DNA fragments. [2 marks]
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Starting with 5 copies of a DNA sequence, calculate how many copies are present after 4 PCR cycles. [2 marks]

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