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During gel electrophoresis, why does DNA move towards the anode?

Correct answer C. Its phosphate groups give it a negative charge

Explanation

Each nucleotide carries a negatively charged phosphate group, so DNA has an overall negative charge and migrates towards the positive electrode when a voltage is applied.

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