Which method is often used to analyze proteins and nucleic acids by physical separation when estimating genetic variation in populations?
A) electrophoresis
B) centrifugation
C) absorption spectrophotometry
D) fluorometry
E) in situ hybridization

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Electrophoresis is a commonly used method for physical separation of proteins and nucleic acids based on their size, shape, and charge. By comparing the differences in the electrophoresis patterns of samples from different individuals, the genetic variation in populations can be estimated.

Which Method Is Often Used to Analyze Proteins and Nucleic