DNA Quiz-Forensics

Identical twins can have the same DNA profile.

• True

• False

No two persons can have the same DNA profile.

• True

• False

Most of our DNA consists of regions that code for proteins.

• True

• False

DNA evidence differs from most other forms of physical evidence because it provides individual evidence.

• True

• False

What is the name of the database that houses DNA profiles?

• MySQL
• CODIS
• MongoDB
• Oracle

Which of the following is a piece of evidence that does NOT contain nuclear DNA?

• Blood

• Hair WITHOUT follicle

• Saliva

• Hair with the follicle

Based on the DNA profile below, which suspect matches the “felon” DNA?

• Suspect 1

• Suspect 2

• Suspect 3

• None of the above

Who’s the daddy? This mother is trying to decide between two men who desperately want to support her and her newborn baby. Both want to be a part of the baby's life, because they love the mother so much. Who gets the honor and privilege?  

• dad #1

• dad #2

• Neither dad is a match

Which of the following is the process of extracting and analyzing DNA?

• Gel Electrophoresis

• RNA sequencing
• Protein synthesis
• Cell division

Before electrophoresis can be conducted on a sample of DNA, which of the following must take place first?

• DNA must be treated with acid.

• DNA must be extracted

• DNA must be degraded.

• It does not matter.