Some Strategies for Protecting Endangered Species Include the Use of DNA

question 60

Multiple Choice

Some strategies for protecting endangered species include the use of DNA profiling to identify illegally traded animal parts and assisted reproduction techniques to help boost population numbers. These techniques are examples of _____.

• A) biotechnology
• B) gene pooling
• C) biosynthetics
• D) environmental forensics
• E) DNA cloning

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Definitions:

National Guard

A reserve military force composed of state National Guard militia members or units under federally recognized active or inactive armed force service.

Livestock

Domesticated animals raised in an agricultural setting to produce commodities such as food, fiber, and labor.

Warehouser's Lien

A legal right granted to warehouse operators to hold onto a customer's goods until payment has been made for warehouse services.