A single clone of interest can be distinguished from others in a mixture of clones by
A) testing the clones for antibiotic resistance.
B) mobility of the clones in gel electrophoresis.
C) a specific probe, usually a labeled complementary DNA.
D) resistance to damage by ultraviolet light.

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A specific probe, usually a labeled complementary DNA, can specifically bind to the DNA of the clone of interest, allowing it to be distinguished from others in a mixture. This method relies on the unique sequence of the target clone to which the probe is complementary.

A Single Clone of Interest Can Be Distinguished from Others