HomeTestsSearchRankProfile
mediumMCQBiologyBiology
1 mark

Satellite is a useful tool in:

  1. A
    Genetic engineering
  2. B
    Organ transplantation
  3. C
    Sex determination
  4. D
    Forensic science

Solution & Step-by-step Explanation

Satellite consists of highly repetitive sequences. The variation in the length of these repeats (Polymorphism) is unique to every individual (except identical twins) and forms the basis for fingerprinting, widely used in forensic science and paternity testing.

Practice this question

Try it yourself before checking the explanation above.

Satellite is a useful tool in:
A
Genetic engineering
B
Organ transplantation
C
Sex determination
D
Forensic science

Share This Question

Molecular BiologyDNA FingerprintingSatellite DNA

Related Questions

mediumMCQ

The main organelle involved in modification and routing of newly synthesized proteins to their destinations is :

mediumMCQ

There are two opposing views about origin of Modern man. According to one view Homo erectus in Asia were the ancestors of modern man. A study of variations of DNA however suggested African origin of Modern man. What kind of observation on DNA variation could suggest this ?

easyMCQ

The world's highly prized wool yielding 'Pashmina' breed is :

mediumMCQ

Grey crescent is the area :

mediumMCQ

Photosynthesis in C4 plants is relatively less limited by atmospheric CO2 levels because :

mediumMCQ

There exists a close association between the alga and the fungus within a lichen. The fungus :

Ready for a Full Test?

Practice with timed mock tests and track your performance across Biology.

Browse TestsLeaderboard

Discussion