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Quiz on DNA Fingerprinting – Day 2

Welcome to Day 2 of our Daily Quiz Challenge!

Today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of DNA fingerprinting. This critical technique is a cornerstone of forensic science, helping to solve crimes and identify individuals with unparalleled accuracy. Attempt the quiz and check your current knowledge.

1. Which is the most polymorphic autosomal STR marker used in DNA fingerprinting?

 
 
 
 

2. Which Y-STR haplotype marker is the most polymorphic?

 
 
 
 

3. What type of testing can be done in the case of X STR analysis?

 
 
 
 

4. What is the main difference between the male X chromosome and the female X chromosome?

 
 
 
 

5. Which part of mitochondrial DNA is important forensically?

 
 
 
 

6. What is the main difference between STR analysis and mtDNA analysis? 

 
 
 
 

7. What is another name for next-generation sequencing?

 
 
 
 

8. In which state was the first case solved by DNA fingerprinting in India?

 
 
 
 

9. Who is considered as father of DNA fingerprinting in India?

 
 
 
 

10. How many years did it take to decode the complete human genome?

 
 
 
 

11. Which is the most polymorphic autosomal STR marker used in DNA fingerprinting?

 
 
 
 

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