DNA & Blood Splatter Vocab Flashcard

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What is the purpose of the Human Genome Project?

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To map and understand all the genes of human beings.

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What was the goal of the Human Genome Project?

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To map all the genes in the human genome.

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What is a transgenic organism?

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An organism that has been genetically modified to contain DNA from another species.

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What is the area in three dimensions of a blood source most often associated with an impact pattern?

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Area of Origin.

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What is DNA?

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Deoxyribonucleic acid, the molecule that carries genetic information.

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What is a gene?

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A segment of DNA that contains the instructions for building a specific protein.

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What is genetic modification?

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The process of altering the genetic material of an organism.

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What is forensic DNA analysis?

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A technique used to identify individuals by examining their DNA.

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What is a blood spatter pattern?

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The distribution of bloodstains at a crime scene, which can provide information about the events that occurred.

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What is the significance of the area of origin in blood spatter analysis?

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It helps to determine the location where the blood was released.