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What process occurs when the promoter doesn't get transcribed due to a genetic mutation?
What process occurs when the promoter doesn't get transcribed due to a genetic mutation?
- Increased protein production
- Decreased protein production (correct)
- Transcription factor binding
- Enhanced transcription
In the provided text, what is the consequence of a mutation that results in TF not binding to the promoter?
In the provided text, what is the consequence of a mutation that results in TF not binding to the promoter?
- Uncontrolled transcription
- Reduced gene expression (correct)
- Normal gene expression
- Enhanced protein synthesis
What is the term used for a change in base pair occurring in every cell except gametes?
What is the term used for a change in base pair occurring in every cell except gametes?
- Somatic mutation (correct)
- Mitotic mutation
- Homologous recombination
- Gametic mutation
In genetics, what does the presence of only one allele needed for a wild type indicate?
In genetics, what does the presence of only one allele needed for a wild type indicate?
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Based on the text, what phenotype results when an individual has a below-threshold amount of melanin production?
Based on the text, what phenotype results when an individual has a below-threshold amount of melanin production?
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What is the term for a scenario where both alleles of a gene can be transcribed?
What is the term for a scenario where both alleles of a gene can be transcribed?
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