DNA moves within an electric field because it
A) is positively charged.
B) is negatively charged.
C) can possess different charges (positive or negative), depending on its base sequence.
D) makes up chromosomes, which are slightly electromagnetic.

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DNA molecules are negatively charged due to the phosphate backbone, which means they will move towards the positive electrode in an electric field.

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