Forensics and DNA

Which genealogy sites were mentioned in the investigation?

• MyHeritage and FamilyTreeDNA

• Ancestry.com and 23andMe

• Findmypast and Geni

• Geneanet and WikiTree

What happens to DNA fragments during gel electrophoresis?

• They are destroyed

• They are separated by size

• They are combined

• They are colored

What is the shape of the DNA molecule as shown in the image?

• Linear

• Circular

• Double helix

• Branched

What is the role of the magnifying glass in the image?

• To view DNA fragments

• To cut DNA

• To amplify DNA

• To sequence DNA

Which DNA fragment is used to determine the father in the image?

• Child's

• Mother's

• A, B, C, and D's

• All of the above.

What is the significance of the largest DNA fragment in the image?

• It determines the mother

• It determines the father

• It is irrelevant

• It is the smallest fragment.

Which of the following is a key concept in the image?

• DNA replication

• DNA fingerprinting

• DNA mutation

• DNA transcription

What is Genetic Testing?

• A method to analyze blood samples

• A process to sequence and analyze an individual's genome

• A way to test for allergies

• A procedure to measure blood pressure.

Who is a Genetic Counselor?

• A person who prescribes medication

• A person who can counsel you on your genome

• A person who performs surgeries

• A person who conducts genetic testing.

What is the life expectancy given to Langston after being diagnosed with Huntington's disease?

• 5-10 years

• 10-30 years

• 30-50 years

• 50-70 years