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The DNA sequencing process makes it possible for researchers to discover the amino acid sequence in a substance. Shown here is Step 1 in the process: The target material arrives from the researcher in a single container or multi-welled plate. It is transferred into eight-strip tubes and combined with fluorescent chemistry.