Forensics&DNA
What does DNA stand for?
Deoxyribonucleic Acid
This system defends the body against infection, disease, and foreign invaders through specialized cells like white blood cells and antibodies.
Immune system
What is the largest organ in the human body?
The Skin
What are the three states of matter commonly found on Earth?
Solid, Liquid, and Gas
How many main blood types are there in the ABO system?
four (A,B,AB,O)
What is the basic unit of heredity that determines traits?
A Gene
This system is responsible for transporting oxygen, nutrients, and hormones throughout the body and removing carbon dioxide and waste products.
Circulatory System
What bone is also known as the “collarbone”?
Clavicle
What is the basic unit of life?
Cell
What protein on the surface of red blood cells determines blood type?
Antigen
What laboratory technique is used to separate DNA fragments by size?
Gel Electrophoresis
This system controls and coordinates body activities by transmitting electrical signals between the brain, spinal cord, and body.
Nervous System
The brain and spinal cord make up which division of the nervous system?
The Central Nervous System (CNS)
What type of bond forms when electrons are shared between atoms?
A Covalent Bond
A person with type O blood can donate to which blood types?
All Blood Types (Universal Donor)
In forensic science, what enzyme is used to cut DNA into fragments at specific sequences?
Restriction Enzyme
This system supports the body, allows movement, produces blood cells, and stores minerals such as calcium and phosphorus.
Skeletal System
What is the name of the jawbone?
The Mandable
What organelle is known as the “powerhouse of the cell”?
The Mitochondria
Do you get to learn about blood typing in the Biomedical Science CTE? T/F
True!!!
What is the process called when DNA is copied to make more of a sample for analysis?
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
This system produces hormones that regulate metabolism, growth, reproduction, and mood through glands like the thyroid and pituitary.
Endocrine System
What anatomical term refers to a position closer to the midline of the body?
Medial
What is the term for the movement of water through a semipermeable membrane?
Osmosis
What happens during agglutination in blood typing?
Clots form