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During the process of isolation of DNA, ...

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

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Ethanol precipitation is a commonly used technique for concentrating and de – salting nucleic acid (DNA or RNA) preparation in aqueous solution. Thus cool DNA helps the DNA to precipitate more quickly
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