When fluorescently labeled oligonucleotides that are known to be specific to the microbe of interest are used to label natural samples,the technique is known as ______.

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Fluorescent in situ hybridization (FISH) involves using fluorescently labeled oligonucleotides specific to the microbe of interest to label natural samples. Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) amplifies DNA segments while gel electrophoresis separates DNA fragments based on their size. Epifluorescence microscopy is a technique used to visualize fluorescently labeled samples. Therefore, the best choice is B.

When Fluorescently Labeled Oligonucleotides That Are Known to Be Specific