Genetics: Types of Mutations and Diseases
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What type of mutation results in the formation of a 'STOP' codon, truncating the amino acid sequence?

  • Truncating mutation (correct)
  • Single change to encoded amino acid sequence
  • No change to encoded amino acid sequence
  • Change in codon formation
  • Which of the following diseases is caused by a mutation in the Huntington Gene?

  • Huntington's Disease (correct)
  • Sickle Cell Anemia
  • Achondroplasia
  • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Cystic Fibrosis is associated with mutations in which gene?

  • FGFR3
  • HTT
  • SLC26A4
  • CFTR (correct)
  • What type of mutation involves a single change in the amino acid sequence?

    <p>Point mutation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Achondroplasia is caused by a mutation in which receptor?

    <p>Fibroblast Growth Factor Receptor 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Types of Mutations

    • Mutations can lead to no change in the amino acid sequence encoded by a gene.
    • Mutations can lead to a single change in the amino acid sequence encoded by a gene.
    • Mutations can lead to a translational 'STOP' codon, resulting in a truncated amino acid sequence.
    • Mutations can lead to changes in encoded amino acid sequences at the point of mutation, causing the formation of different codons.

    Single Gene Change and Medical Conditions

    • Huntington's Disease is caused by a mutation in the Huntington gene [HTT].
    • Cystic Fibrosis is caused by mutations in both copies of the CF Transmembrane Conductance Regulator [CFTR] gene.
    • Achondroplasia is caused by a mutation in the Fibroblast Growth Factor Receptor 3 [FGFR3] gene.

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    Explore the different types of mutations and their impact on protein synthesis. This quiz also covers specific genetic conditions linked to single gene mutations, such as Huntington's Disease and Cystic Fibrosis. Test your knowledge on how mutations affect health and development.

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