Practice Types (5.1) - DNA Structure and Function - Genetic Engineering Basic
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Question 1 Easy

What are the three components of a nucleotide?

💡 Hint: Think about what makes up DNA.

Question 2 Easy

Name one type of mutation that occurs in DNA.

💡 Hint: Consider the types discussed in class.

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Question 1

What structure forms the basic unit of DNA?

Amino Acids
Nucleotides
Ribosomes

💡 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

💡 Hint: Think about how substitutions change the sequence.

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Challenge 1 Hard

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

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

Challenge 2 Hard

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

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

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