Forensics DNA

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What nitrogen base always pairs with thymine in DNA?

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Adenine

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What does it indicate if two DNA samples show an identical pattern and thickness of bands in gel electrophoresis?

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The samples are identical.

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What is the method used to rapidly make multiple copies of a specific segment of DNA?

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PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction)

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How is mitochondrial DNA different from nuclear DNA?

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Mitochondrial DNA is inherited only from the mother.

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What are short tandem repeats located on the human Y chromosome called?

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Y-STRs

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What is the role of gel electrophoresis in DNA analysis?

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To separate DNA fragments based on size.

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What is the significance of DNA profiling in forensics?

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It helps to identify individuals based on their unique DNA patterns.

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What is the function of DNA polymerase in PCR?

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To synthesize new DNA strands by adding nucleotides.

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What are the components required for PCR?

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Template DNA, primers, nucleotides, and DNA polymerase.

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What is the purpose of using primers in PCR?

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To initiate the DNA synthesis process.