Explore topic-wise MCQs in Molecular Biology.

This section includes 6 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Molecular Biology knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

The process by which a probe is used to screen a library is known as ___________

A. Hybridization
B. Southern blotting
C. Colony hybridization
D. Western blotting
Answer» D. Western blotting
Discussion
2.

Northern blotting is performed for ____________

A. Determining the size of DNA
B. Determining the size of RNA
C. Quantification of RNA
D. Sequencing of RNA
Answer» D. Sequencing of RNA
Discussion
3.

In case of northern blotting the hybridization occurs between two RNA molecules.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
Discussion
4.

During electrophoresis denaturation of the double stranded DNA is brought about by __________

A. Treatment with alkali
B. Application of current
C. Treatment with EtBr
D. Application of heat
Answer» B. Application of current
Discussion
5.

Radiolabelling is generally brought about by addition of radioactive phosphorus.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
Discussion
6.

Fluorescent labeling is an important phenomenon in case of hybridization and manipulations in molecular biology.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
Discussion