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Gel electrophoresis is a...

Gel electrophoresis is a

A

technique of separation of charged molecules under the influence of magnetic field

B

technique of incorporation of DNA molecules into the cell through transient pore made due to electrical impulses

C

technique of separation and isolation of DNA fragments through the pores of agarose

D

technique of separation and purification of gene products

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