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Genetics

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Set 9 Dna Forensics

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Question 1

(Multiple Choice)

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All of the following are possible sources of DNA for analysis EXCEPT

A) mummies.
B) toothbrushes.
C) licked envelope flaps.
D) cigarette butts.
E) mature red blood cells.

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Question 2

(Multiple Choice)

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DNA fragments are separated in an agarose gel based on

A) size, with the shortest DNA fragments traveling farthest.
B) size, with the longest DNA fragments traveling the farthest.
C) the presence or absence of certain SNPs.
D) the number of strands in the DNA fragments.
E) the frequency of particular DNA nucleotides.

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Question 3

(Multiple Choice)

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Why are minisatellites important for DNA analysis?

A) They are useful for determining the sex of the criminal.
B) Variation in the number of repeats is used in preparing DNA profiles.
C) They are used when there is no DNA available to analyze.
D) They can help geneticists determine the inheritance pattern of a trait.
E) Data from minisatellite analysis is stored in the FBI database.

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