Home Biology Biotechnology Principles and Processes Previous Year Questions The figure below shows three steps (A, B, C)…
Biology Biotechnology Principles and Processes Previous Year Questions Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 14, 2026

The figure below shows three steps (A, B, C) of Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR). Select the option giving correct identification together with what it represents?

Options:

A
: Denaturation at a temperature of about 50ºC. : Annealing with two sets of primers.
B
: Denaturation at a temperature of about 98ºC separating the two DNA strands.
C
: Extension in the presence of heat stable DNA polymerase.

Share this question

For Instagram sharing, use “Apps” on mobile or copy the link.

Text Solution

Verified by Experts
The correct answer is:
B

PCR steps shown are:

Denaturation (DNA strands separate) at

Annealing of primers at

Extension by heat-stable DNA polymerase (Taq polymerase) at

──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────

Prepare Smarter with CGP Edu

Get practice questions, solutions, and test series in one place.

Write a Review

Share your experience with this question and solution.

Commentary

Send your comment, doubt, correction, or feedback to admin.

Student Reviews

What students say about this solution

No reviews yet. Be the first to write a review.

Similar Questions

Explore conceptually related problems

CG
CGP Question Assistant Question Bank + AI Help
Hi! Type your question or upload one screenshot. First I will search related questions from CGP Edu Question Bank. If none match, type YES and I will solve it with AI.
Upload only one screenshot at a time. Flow: Question Bank first → If not matched, type YES for AI solution.