Question

Samples as small as a few skin cells can potentially contain DNA. T/F

Answer 1

True

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer 2

Answer: True

Explanation:

• DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid) is the genetic material present inside the nucleus of all eukaryotic cells.
• Samples as small as few skin cells also contain DNA and the presence of DNA in skin cells is often used to identify the DNA of a person in a crime scene.
• Further, with the use of PCR technology, the small amount of DNA obtained from skin cells can be amplified into many copies.
• Therefore, the given statement is true.