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Genetic Mutations in Movies and Comic Books

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What type of mutation occurs when a single base pair is affected?

Substitution mutation

Point mutation (correct)

Insertion mutation

Deletion mutation

In a deletion mutation, what happens to a base or part of a DNA molecule?

It is replaced by another base

It is inserted into the sequence

It is lost from the sequence (correct)

It is copied during replication

What is the result of an insertion mutation in a DNA sequence?

A base is substituted with another base

An extra base is added to the sequence (correct)

A base is changed to a different base

A base is lost from the sequence

Which type of mutation involves replacing an existing base with a different base?

Substitution mutation Signup and view all the answers

How do point mutations affect the DNA when they occur in non-gene regions?

They have no noticeable effect Signup and view all the answers

What can be a significant effect of a point mutation that occurs within a gene?

Loss of function in the coded protein Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes genetic mutations based on the text?

Genetic mutations are more likely to have harmful effects than positive ones. Signup and view all the answers

How do mutations often occur in a DNA strand according to the text?

Mutations can arise during DNA replication or due to damage in the DNA strand. Signup and view all the answers

What can lead to a mutation affecting a large part of a chromosome?

Damage or breakage of a DNA strand during replication Signup and view all the answers

How does a point mutation differ from other mutations?

It affects a single base pair in a DNA strand. Signup and view all the answers

What factor determines the impact of a mutation according to the text?

The size or amount of DNA affected by the mutation Signup and view all the answers

Why are genetic mutations often depicted unrealistically in movies and comic books based on the text?

To add excitement and entertainment value, ignoring the common harmful nature of mutations. Signup and view all the answers