USE DNA Fingerprinting flashcard

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What is DNA Fingerprinting?

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A technique used to identify individuals based on their unique DNA profiles.

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What does CODIS stand for?

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Combined DNA Index System, a database for storing DNA profiles.

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What is the purpose of DNA profiling in criminal investigations?

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To match DNA samples from crime scenes with suspects to identify potential perpetrators.

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What is a 'sire' in genetics?

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The male parent of an offspring.

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How can DNA evidence be used in court?

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It can link a suspect to a crime scene or exonerate an innocent person.

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What is the significance of blood type in forensic science?

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Blood type can help narrow down suspects but is not unique to individuals.

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What is the role of forensic scientists?

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To analyze physical evidence from crime scenes and provide expert testimony.

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What is the difference between mitochondrial DNA and nuclear DNA?

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Mitochondrial DNA is inherited from the mother and is useful for tracing maternal lineage, while nuclear DNA is inherited from both parents and is unique to individuals.

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What does the term 'suspect' mean in a criminal investigation?

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An individual who is believed to have committed a crime based on evidence.

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What is the importance of a control sample in DNA testing?

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It serves as a baseline to compare and validate the results of the DNA analysis.