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What is the difference between PCR and gel electrophoresis?

PCR amplifies a DNA segment into many copies; gel electrophoresis separates DNA fragments by size using an electric field.

PCR amplifies a DNA segment into many copies; gel electrophoresis separates DNA fragments by size using an electric field. A reliable way to keep them apart is to focus on what each one is defined by, not just the similar-sounding words.

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PCR vs gel electrophoresis

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