HORTICULTURE

HORTICULTURE SCIENCE

PLANT BIOTECHNOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which category does the following biotechnology fall under?Fingerprints were found at a crime scene and show a criminal was present during a crime.
A
Forensic
B
Agricultural
C
Environmental
D
Consumer Goods
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -DNA profiling is a forensic technique in criminal investigations, comparing criminal suspects’ profiles to DNA evidence so as to assess the likelihood of their involvement in the crime. It is also used in paternity testing, to establish immigration eligibility, and in genealogical and medical research.

Detailed explanation-2: -DNA amplification is accomplished through the use of a technique known as Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR). PCR is a process in which millions of copies of a specific sequence of DNA can be made in a matter of only a few hours.

Detailed explanation-3: -Forensic biotechnology deals with the study and investigation of genomic information for the identification of specific signatures. The data obtained from forensic biotechnology are utilized by the legal system to make necessary interpretations about criminals.

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