Determining the exact nucleotide sequence of a gene or gene fragment obtained from an unknown organism is based on which of the following methods?

a. Hybridization
b. Sequencing
c. Amplification (PCR)
d. Genotypic


B
The nucleotide sequence of a microorganism's genome is the blueprint for that organism; there-fore, knowledge of its nature is a valuable tool in identifying infectious agents in clinical speci-mens.

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A.  nephridia B.  a lophophore C.  a radula D.  setae E.  a muscular foot

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a. true b. false

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a. true b. false

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