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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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What is the primary function of a spectrophotometer in biological research?
Options
A To separate organelle fractions by density
B To measure light absorbance or transmission through a chemical solution
Correct Answer
C To amplify DNA sequences using thermocycling
D To photograph cells under darkfield illumination
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Spectrophotometers quantify how much light of a specific wavelength is absorbed or transmitted by a solution.

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