Practice Mutation and Gene Editing - 1.3 | Theme D: Continuity and Change | IB Grade-12 Biology
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a point mutation?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what happens to a single letter in a word.

Question 2

Easy

Name one cause of mutations.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider natural vs. man-made influences.

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Question 1

What type of mutation involves the substitution of a single nucleotide?

  • A) Insertion
  • B) Deletion
  • C) Point Mutation

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about a singular change affecting a part of a sequence.

Question 2

True or False: All mutations lead to changes in protein function.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the effect on the meaning of a sentence when a word changes.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Analyze a scenario where a missense mutation occurs in a protein coding region. Discuss potential impacts on the organism's phenotype.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how a slight change in a recipe can drastically modify the final dish.

Question 2

Debate the ethical implications of gene editing in humans. What measures would you recommend?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about who controls the technology versus its potential societal impacts.

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