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What are the similarities between Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA (RAPD) and RFLP?

Posted June 25, 2024


Answer

One similarity is that both RAPD and RFLP are used to detect genetic variations within populations. Both techniques involve the amplification of DNA segments through PCR to amplify DNA faster. Additionally, both RAPD and RFLP are relatively simple and cost-effective methods compared to some other genetic analysis techniques.

Additional resources

Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism

DNA Fragmentation

Gelite™ Green Nucleic Acid Gel Staining Kit