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In preparation for the electrophoresis step in "DNA fingerprinting" the electrophoresis process cannot separate meaningfully massive molecules like whole chromosomes. By using restriction enzymes that break the chromosomes at known places DNA fragments of a wide variety of lengths that the electrophoresis process can separate meaningfully will allow a pattern to be generated that can identify different individuals.

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Q: Why does extracted DNA need to be fragmented?
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What food can DNA be extracted from?

DNA can be extracted from strawberries. DNA can be extracted from various things not just food because it is found in all living things.


Why can you see extracted DNA with naked eye?

No, you need a very powerful microscope.


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restriction endonucleases.


Where can one get his DNA extracted?

One can get his DNA extracted at a crime laboratory, at a police precinct, at a hospital, and even at home. DNA can be extracted by using a cotton swab in the inside of one's cheek or through a blood sample.


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Can DNA get extracted from a sterile cotton pad with blood?

Yes. You can get DNA from sterile cotton pad with blood for DNA finger printing.


Can the DNA from mitochondria be cloned for an extralarge dinosaur?

No, a full DNA strand has yet to be extracted from dinosaur remains


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It serves to break the tissue apart so the DNA can be subsequently extracted.