RNA Module

What is the best A260/A280 for RNA?

• ~1.6

• ~1.8

• ~2.0

• ~2.1

Why is RNA less stable than DNA?

• It is single stranded

• It has a uracil

• It has a hydroxyl group

• Because of polymerases

Which of the following is NOT an example of how RNA is used in a clinical setting?

• RNA sequencing on patient tumors

• ISH for viral testing

• qRT-PCR for COVID

• Northern Blotting for 16S ribosomes

What temperature should RNA be stored at?

• -20

• +4

• -80

• Room temperature

What is the purpose of lysing the cells?

• To break down the RNA

• To break the cell membranes to release the RNA

• To break down the DNA

• To get rid of the cytosolic proteins