Practice - Genetic Mutations
Practice Questions
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What is a mutation?
💡 Hint: Consider how genetic changes can happen.
Name one type of point mutation.
💡 Hint: What type does not affect protein function?
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What is a mutation?
💡 Hint: It's about changes at the molecular level.
A nonsense mutation leads to:
💡 Hint: Think about the impact on the protein chain.
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Challenge Problems
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Consider a specific genetic disorder caused by a point mutation. Describe the mutation, its effect on the protein, and the resulting symptoms.
💡 Hint: Look into how a single nucleotide change can lead to a cascade of biological effects.
Evaluate the role of chromosomal mutations in evolution. Provide examples of how such mutations can lead to new traits or species.
💡 Hint: Consider how changes in chromosome structure can lead to diversity in traits across species.
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