With reference to eDNA or Environmental DNA, consider the following statements: It is a nuclear or mitochondrial DNA that is released from an organism into the environment. Sources of eDNA include faeces, mucus, gametes, shed skin, carcasses and hair. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q. With reference to eDNA or Environmental DNA, consider the following statements:
1. It is a nuclear or mitochondrial DNA that is released from an organism into the environment.
2. Sources of eDNA include faeces, mucus, gametes, shed skin, carcasses and hair.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Notes:

Both the statements are correct.

Source: DNA from air may help identify, track animals in the wild: Studies