Practice Causes of Mutations - 3.2 | Nucleic Acids and Protein Synthesis (HL) | IB MYP Grade 12 Biology
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Question 1

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What defines a mutation?

💡 Hint: Think about changes in genetic information.

Question 2

Easy

List one cause of spontaneous mutations.

💡 Hint: Consider the DNA copying process.

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Question 1

What is a mutation?

  • A change in the DNA sequence
  • A type of protein
  • A virus

💡 Hint: Consider what alterations might affect genetic information.

Question 2

Spontaneous mutations are caused by external factors. True or False?

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about internal versus external causes.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Explain the impact of both spontaneous and induced mutations on genetic diversity in populations.

💡 Hint: Think about the role of mutations in adaptation.

Question 2

Design an experiment to test the effects of a chemical mutagen on bacterial growth rates.

💡 Hint: Consider controls and variables in an experimental setup.

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