DNA Flashcards
1
Q
DNA stands for..
A
deoxyribonucleic acid
2
Q
DNA is found in the ..
A
nucleus
3
Q
a gene is a..
A
section of DNA
4
Q
genes give what instructions..
A
tell cells what order to put amino acids
5
Q
DNA determines..
A
what proteins the cell produces.
6
Q
how is DNA fingerprinting used in forensic science?
A
DNA from crime scene is taken(hair, blood, semen)
Compared to suspect’s DNA
If suspect has the same DNA pattern, then they are guilty.
7
Q
what is DNA fingerprinting used for?
A
Forensic science and paternity testing
