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In a mixture, DNA fragments are separated by
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DNA fragments in a mixture can be separated on the basis of their size by a technique known as gel electrophoresis. In this techniques, DNA samples are loaded into wells (indentations) at one end of a gel, and an electric current is applied to pull them through the gel. DNA fragments are negatively charged, so they move towards the positive electrode.
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