Exploring Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Concepts

Exploring Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Concepts

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science

6th - 10th Grade

Easy

Created by

Jackson Turner

Used 1+ times

FREE Resource

10 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main applications of PCR in the field of forensics?

Identifying bacterial infections

Cloning plants

Analyzing DNA from crime scenes

Studying protein structures

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is PCR important in medical diagnostics?

It is used to measure blood pressure.

It helps in identifying specific DNA fragments related to diseases.

It is used to create vaccines.

It helps in studying the behavior of cells.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in the PCR process?

Replication

Annealing

Denaturation

Extension

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

At what temperature does the denaturation step in PCR typically occur?

55 degrees Celsius

96 degrees Celsius

72 degrees Celsius

37 degrees Celsius

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of primers in the PCR process?

To provide energy for the reaction

To separate DNA strands

To bind to specific DNA sequences for replication

To act as a catalyst

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Taq polymerase used in PCR?

It is cheaper than other enzymes.

It is resistant to high temperatures.

It is derived from human cells.

It works faster than other polymerases.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the annealing step in PCR?

It extends the DNA strands.

It allows primers to bind to the DNA.

It separates the DNA strands.

It cools down the reaction.

Create a free account and access millions of resources

Create resources
Host any resource
Get auto-graded reports
or continue with
Microsoft
Apple
Others
By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy
Already have an account?