DNA PROFILING Flashcards
1
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What is DNA profiling
A
DNA profiling is a biotechnical process the profiles individuals by their blood , hair, saliva or semen
2
Q
Describe how a person’s DNA is profiled
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An individual’s DNA is fingerprint ID using fragments of DNA samples and x-ray tube allergy showing as a pattern of dark bands (everybody is DNA profile is unique except for twins)
3
Q
List four uses of DNA profiling in society
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- Identification of criminals
- Identification of siblings
- Paternity tests
- Identification of human remains
4
Q
Why is DNA profiling unacceptable by the law
A
It is unacceptable because DNA can be planted
5
Q
What does the human genome project do
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It helps make up position of every gene
