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Isopropanol precipitates the RNA. Up to that point it's generally in solution. Centrifuging the tube after this step should leave a very faint but generally visible white smudge/pellet of RNA. The ethanol steps that follow the isopropanol precipitation are simple washes.

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Q: What is the function of isoproponal in RNA isolation?
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