Forensics DNA

Forensics DNA

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Flashcard

Science

11th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

NGSS
HS-LS1-1

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What nitrogen base always pairs with thymine in DNA?

Back

Adenine

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

The samples are identical.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction)

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How is mitochondrial DNA different from nuclear DNA?

Back

Mitochondrial DNA is inherited only from the mother.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

Y-STRs

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of gel electrophoresis in DNA analysis?

Back

To separate DNA fragments based on size.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of DNA profiling in forensics?

Back

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

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