Molecular Basis of Inheritance Quiz
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What is mutation?

  • A phenomenon leading to a sudden change in DNA sequence (correct)
  • A phenomenon where DNA sequence remains unchanged
  • A phenomenon resulting in no variations
  • A phenomenon where genotype remains constant

    • How does mutation contribute to evolution?

  • Mutation serves as raw material for evolution by introducing variations (correct)
  • Mutation stabilizes genetic material
  • Mutation prevents any changes in genotypes
  • Mutation leads to a decrease in variations

    • What is a point mutation?

  • Mutation involving a change in a single base pair of DNA (correct)
  • Mutation involving insertion of multiple bases
  • Mutation involving duplication of genetic material
  • Mutation involving deletion of large DNA segments

    • How does deletion or insertion of base pairs affect the reading frame?

    <p>It causes frame-shift mutations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of mutation results from the insertion or deletion of three or multiples of three bases?

    <p>Frame-shift mutations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of genomics, what is Mr. Prashant Tiwari known for?

    <p>His Instagram handle @Prashant_t9</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phenomenon can lead to the insertion or duplication of a segment of DNA?

    <p>Mutation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of mutation occurs due to a change in a single base pair of DNA?

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

    What is the significance of insertion or deletion of three or multiples of three bases in DNA?

    <p>Possibility of frame-shift mutations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be a result of deletion or insertion of base pairs in DNA?

    <p>Frame-shift mutations</p> Signup and view all the answers

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