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‘Microsatellite DNA’ is used in the case of which one of the following?

UPSC · 2023 · Environment & Science & Tech
Question:
‘Microsatellite DNA’ is used in the case of which one of the following?

Options

Studying the evolutionary relationships among various species of fauna
Stimulating ‘stem cells’ to transform into diverse functional tissues
Promoting clonal propagation of horticultural plants
Assessing the efficacy of drugs by conducting series of drug trials in a population
Answer: Studying the evolutionary relationships among various species of fauna

Explanation:
Microsatellite DNA markers are used in population genetics, forensics, and evolutionary biology to study genetic diversity and species relationships.

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