In polymerase chain reaction technology, the two strands of DNA are separated by:
A) gel electrophoresis
B) treatment with restriction enzymes
C) centrifugation
D) exposure to high pH
E) exposure to heat

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In polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology, the two strands of DNA are separated by exposure to heat. This process is known as denaturation, and it typically occurs at temperatures around 94-98°C.

In Polymerase Chain Reaction Technology, the Two Strands of DNA