Practice Types - 5.1 | DNA Structure and Function | Genetic Engineering Basic
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What are the three components of a nucleotide?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what makes up DNA.

Question 2

Easy

Name one type of mutation that occurs in DNA.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the types discussed in class.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What structure forms the basic unit of DNA?

  • Amino Acids
  • Nucleotides
  • Ribosomes

πŸ’‘ Hint: Look for the components of DNA.

Question 2

Substitutions in DNA involve which of the following?

  • Removing bases
  • Adding bases
  • Swapping one base for another

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how substitutions change the sequence.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A scientist discovers a mutation that changes the sequence from ATCG to ATCCG. Identify the type of mutation and explain its potential effects.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how DNA is read and the impact of changes on the sequencing system.

Question 2

How would a frameshift mutation at the beginning of a gene affect protein synthesis compared to a point mutation (substitution)? Discuss both scenarios.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the significance of codon reading frames and the impact of single versus multiple changes.

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