What is the significance of STRs in DNA profiling?
A) STRs vary among different tissues within an individual,so they can be used to determine which organ was the source of the DNA.
B) STRs are inherited from only maternal DNA and can track parentage.
C) STRs are inherited from only paternal DNA and can track parentage.
D) STRs vary in length from person to person,which helps to identify specific individuals.
E) STRs code for proteins,therefore they are highly variable among individuals and can help to identify specific individuals.
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A) Blocks
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Q98: STRs are
A) single tandem repeats.
B) sequence tandem
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Q103: When performing gel electrophoresis,the STRs are separated
Q104: Which is NOT true of gel electrophoresis?
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