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Preparing samples

Male scientist preparing small pieces of fern specimen for DNA

Analysis of the DNA of plants contributes to species identification. Dr Leon Perrie is preparing small pieces of fern specimen by placing them into a plastic bag containing silica gel. This will allow the pieces to dry. Once the samples are dry, DNA can be extracted.

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Published:24 September 2010Size: 162.81 KB