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What is a mutation?
Which of the following describes a deletion mutation?
What type of mutation involves a DNA segment being flipped?
Which of the following is NOT a source of mutagens?
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What is a translocation mutation?
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How can radiation function as a mutagen?
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Which type of mutation can involve the addition of a nucleotide?
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What is an amplification in terms of mutations?
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Study Notes
Mutations
- A mutation refers to any alteration in the DNA sequence of an organism.
- Errors during DNA replication, exposure to external substances, or viral infections can lead to mutations.
Types of Mutation
- Deletion: Removal of a segment of DNA, which can range from a single nucleotide to extensive chromosome regions.
- Duplication: A segment of DNA is repeated, either once (tandem duplication) or multiple times (amplification).
- Inversion: A segment of DNA is flipped, altering the sequence of nucleotides within that segment.
- Insertion: Addition of a new segment of DNA into an existing sequence, which can vary in length.
- Translocation: Movement of a DNA segment from one chromosome to another, occurring between either homologous or non-homologous chromosomes.
Mutagens
- Mutagens are environmental agents capable of inducing mutations in DNA.
- Common sources include insecticides, pesticides, chemicals in cigarette smoke, and factory waste.
- Radiation, which can enhance mutation rates, is emitted from various sources such as television and computer screens, nuclear plants, and certain rocks.
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Assess your knowledge in Biology through this quiz designed for 10th-grade students. Created by Teacher Isaiah Shakaina T. Simms, the quiz covers essential topics and concepts learned during the course. Test your understanding and prepare for your formative and summative evaluations.
