| Repetitive $DNA$ | Satellite $DNA$ |
|---|---|
| $(1)$ It consists of non-coding $DNA$ sequences that are present in multiple copies,either in tandem or interspersed. | $(1)$ It consists of non-coding $DNA$ sequences that are present in tandem repeats. |
| $(2)$ The length of the repeat unit can range from a few base pairs to thousands of base pairs. | $(2)$ These are typically short repeat sequences (up to $60$ base pairs). |
| $(3)$ It forms lighter bands in a cesium chloride density gradient. | $(3)$ It forms small,distinct dark bands (satellite peaks) in a cesium chloride density gradient. |
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