Barcode of life.

• Autores: Mark Y. Stoeckle, Paul D. N. Hebert
• Localización: Scientific American, ISSN 0036-8733, Vol. 299, Nº. 4, 2008, págs. 82-88
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • The article discusses the possibility of using small DNA samples to identify different species of plants and animals. The need for a more detailed form of taxonomic diagnosis to replace morphology-based systems of classification is mentioned. The many applications of a scanning system that works similarly to barcodes are noted, including possible use by shipment inspectors, recreational hikers, or scientists. INSETS: STREAMLINED GENETICS;THE UNIQUE CHALLENGE OF PLANTS;BARCODING IN THE REAL WORLD;PARSING BUTTERFLIES