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Zoology Question on Structure of DNA and RNA

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.
Assertion A: During gel electrophoresis, DNA moves from anode to cathode.
Reason R: DNA is negatively charged.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

A

Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A

B

Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

C

A is correct but R is not correct

D

A is not correct but R is correct

Answer

A is not correct but R is correct

Explanation

Solution

The correct answer is (D) : A is not correct but R is correct.