general knowledge refresher This article was published in the magazine eDNA is isolated from environmental samples in contrast to genomic DNA that is extracted directly from specimens. o It originates from cellular material shed by organisms (via skin excrement etc.) into aquatic or terrestrial environments that can be sampled and monitored using new molecular methods. Potential benefits: restore water quality save dwindling species from extinction early detection of invasive species as well as the detection of rare and cryptic species Advantages of eDNA o Collecting eDNA is easy. One 4-ounce water sample can capture remnant DNA from thousands of aquatic speciesTraditional bio monitoring methods scientists count individual species and their abundance at just a few sites. o This method doesnt require killing wildlife for identification. o It is labour and cost effective. This process requires just a cheap filter a syringe and vials and anyone can do it general knowledge refresher magazine subscription.
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