In this assignment, you will write about the applications of DNA technology in forensics, medicine, and agriculture. Describe two different methods that can be used to assist in solving crimes and missing-person cases. Explain the benefits of each.

mtDNA is used when other forms of DNA analysis are not possible because it does not rely on nuclear DNA.

mtDNA may also be useful in missing-person cases.

PCR analysis allows a small amount of DNA to be duplicated into a testing amount.

Y chromosome analysis examines genetic markers that are passed from father to son.