Table of contents

1. Introduction to Microbiology3h 22m
2. Disproving Spontaneous Generation1h 18m
3. Chemical Principles of Microbiology3h 38m
4. Water1h 28m
5. Molecules of Microbiology2h 23m
6. Cell Membrane & Transport3h 28m
7. Prokaryotic Cell Structures & Functions5h 52m
8. Eukaryotic Cell Structures & Functions2h 18m
9. Microscopes2h 46m
10. Dynamics of Microbial Growth4h 36m
11. Controlling Microbial Growth4h 10m
12. Microbial Metabolism5h 16m
13. Photosynthesis2h 31m
14. DNA Replication2h 25m
15. Central Dogma & Gene Regulation7h 14m
16. Microbial Genetics4h 44m
17. Biotechnology3h 0m
18. Viruses, Viroids, & Prions4h 56m
19. Innate Immunity7h 15m
20. Adaptive Immunity7h 14m
21. Principles of Disease6h 57m

17. Biotechnology

DNA Fingerprinting

Microbiology

17. Biotechnology

DNA Fingerprinting

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Multiple Choice

The goal of DNA fingerprinting is:

To collect DNA samples from random individuals in a population.

To diagnose diseases within closely related family members.

To determine whether DNA samples collected from two different locations are from the same person.

None of the above.

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Understand the concept of DNA fingerprinting: DNA fingerprinting is a technique used to identify individuals based on unique patterns in their DNA.

Recognize the primary goal of DNA fingerprinting: The main purpose is to compare DNA samples to determine if they originate from the same individual.

Consider the applications of DNA fingerprinting: It is commonly used in forensic science to match crime scene evidence with suspects, and in paternity testing.

Evaluate the options given in the problem: Analyze each option to see which aligns with the primary goal of DNA fingerprinting.

Identify the correct answer: The correct answer is the option that states the goal of DNA fingerprinting is to determine whether DNA samples collected from two different locations are from the same person.