In gel electrophoresis, separated DNA fragments can be visualized with the help of
Answer: (D) Ethidium bromide in UV radiation. Answer: (D) Ethidium bromide in UV radiation Solution: (answer_source external; re-derived from NCERT.) Separated DNA fragments are not visible in ordinary light, so they are stained with ethidium bromide and then exposed to UV radiation, producing bright orange-coloured bands.
- A.Acetocarmine in UV radiation
- B.Ethidium bromide in infrared radiation
- C.Acetocarmine in bright blue light
- D.Ethidium bromide in UV radiation✓
Correct Answer
(D) Ethidium bromide in UV radiation
Solution & Explanation
Answer: (D) Ethidium bromide in UV radiation Solution: (answer_source external; re-derived from NCERT.) Separated DNA fragments are not visible in ordinary light, so they are stained with ethidium bromide and then exposed to UV radiation, producing bright orange-coloured bands. Acetocarmine and infrared/blue-light combinations are not used for this purpose. NCERT Reference: Ch 9, p.168, line(s) 19-20 — "with a compound known as ethidium"
