Why store DNA in refrigerator until testing?

Answer 1

Keeping things cool slows down reactions. For example you put meats and high risk foods in the fridge to slow down the bacteria and to prevent the action of microbes. Like in science to make a reaction happen faster you add heat to it, but this causes the reaction to happen faster but it also causes the unwanted reactions to happen faster, that's why people use a catalyst. But putting things in the fridge slows down these reactions and preserves them for later use.

Answer 2

Storing DNA in a refrigerator helps to preserve its integrity and prevent degradation. Keeping DNA samples at a lower temperature can slow down enzymatic reactions and minimize the risk of contamination, ensuring the accuracy of any subsequent testing.