How is the size of molecules under analysis measured? – McqOptions

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1.	How is the size of molecules under analysis measured?
A.	By measuring the distance moved through a ruler
B.	By measuring the amount of visualising dye used
C.	By running a standard molecule, whose size is known in parallel
D.	There is no exact criterion for doing so
Answer» D. There is no exact criterion for doing so

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