DNA vocab

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Molecule that cuts DNA at specific sequences.

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restriction enzyme

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Alternate form of a gene.

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allele

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Cell structure containing genetic info in DNA strands.

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chromosome

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DNA fragments pattern from unique DNA base pairs.

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DNA fingerprint

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Molecule with radioactive label used to locate a gene on DNA.

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DNA probe

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Method for separating molecules (e.g., DNA) by size and electrical current through a gel.

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electrophoresis

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Segment of DNA in a chromosome that produces a protein or RNA.

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gene

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Method to rapidly copy DNA segment.

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PCR

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Tandem repeats of short DNA sequences with varying numbers of repeats among individuals.

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STR

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Tandem repeats of short DNA sequences with varying numbers among individuals.

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VNTR