Question

DNA fingerprinting refers to

• A. molecular analysis of profiles of DNA samples
• B. analysis of DNA samples using imprinting device
• C. techniques used for molecular analysis of different specimens of DNA
• D. techniques used for identification of fingerprints of individuals

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Explanation of the correct option:

• DNA fingerprinting is also called DNA typing,
• DNA profiling in genetics, it is the method in which a small amount of DNA material is isolated, and the variables of elements of DNA are identified.
• DNA fingerprinting refers to the molecular analysis of the profile of DNA samples,.
• Short nucleotide repeats are important for DNA finger printing which vary in number from person to person but are inherited.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option B, C and D didnot satisfy the appropriate explanation of the given question.

Final answer: DNA fingerprinting refers to molecular analysis of profiles of DNA samples.