Mitochondrial DNA Is Helpful in Obtaining a DNA Profile for Very

question 11

Multiple Choice

Mitochondrial DNA is helpful in obtaining a DNA profile for very degraded genetic material because

• A) cells have many mitochondria, and therefore several copies of mtDNA sequences.
• B) the mitochondrial outer membrane protects it from being damaged.
• C) mitochondria contain oxidative enzymes that protect the DNA.
• D) mtDNA consists of a single helix, so it cannot be unwound.
• E) it uses uracil instead of thymine, which is a more stable nitrogenous base.

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Definitions:

Ketone Product

A compound resulting from reactions involving ketones, typically characterized by the presence of a carbonyl group bonded to two carbon atoms.

Synthesis

The method of chemically merging basic substances to create a compound that is more intricate.

Perform

To carry out, execute, or do something as planned or expected.

4-Heptanone

A ketone compound with the ketone group located on the fourth carbon of a seven-carbon chain.