Questions and Answers
What is the term for a mutation where one or more nucleotide pairs are inserted or deleted from the DNA sequence?
Insertion/deletion mutation
Which type of mutation results in a frameshift by repeating one or more bases in the DNA sequence?
Duplication mutation
What happens in an inversion mutation?
A group of bases rejoin at the same position in reverse order
Which mutagenic agent is known to cause gene mutations and is found in substances like asbestos?
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Gene mutations arising spontaneously during DNA replication are primarily due to what?
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A mutation that causes no change to the organism can be considered neutral when?
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How does translocation mutation differ from other types of mutations?
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Which type of radiation is known to be a mutagenic agent and can cause gene mutations?
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What is the effect of a frameshift mutation on the DNA sequence?
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Which of the following is a causative factor for gene mutations in DNA replication?
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