Point mutations

Welcome to the "Point mutations" category on Questions LLC! Here, we delve into the intriguing world of point mutations - a type of genetic variation that occurs at a single nucleotide level. Whether you are a biology enthusiast, a student, or just curious about the mysteries of genetics, this category is the perfect place to quench your thirst for knowledge. Explore a wide range of questions and answers related to point mutations, from their causes and effects to their significance in evolution and human health. So, join us on this enlightening journey and expand your understanding of the fascinating world of point mutations!

Questions (17)

Describe what is involved in a point mutation (choose one -substitution, insertion or deletion)
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2. asked by DestinyBright
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what type of mutation occured in the following example? original DNA: CAT GAT new DNA: CAT AT
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Which of the following is a point mutation? (1 point)A mutation involving the addition of one or more nucleotides into a segment
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Which of the following is a point mutation? (1 point)A mutation involving a segment of a chromosome A mutation involving one
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Which of the following is a point mutation?(1 point)A mutation involving one chromosome breaking off and attaching to a
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Which of the following is a point mutation?(1 point) Responses A mutation involving the addition of one or more nucleotides into
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2. asked by STAN NCT DREAM
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which of the following is a point mutation?a mutation involving a segment of a chromosome. a mutation involved one chromosome
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2. asked by mayaye
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Which of the following is a point mutation?* A mutation involving one chromosome breaking off and attaching to a different
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Frameshift mutation, because it only produces ineffective proteinsBottleneck effect, because environmental stresses affecting
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The mutation shown in the sequence below can be categorized as which type?Original DNA sequence: A T A C G G T A G C A A T A T G
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2. asked by ellie
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A mutation occurs that alters the third base in an mRNA codon from a C to a G. This mutation is most likely a...frameshift
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A silent point mutation is caused by which of the following?• a gene moves to a different chromosome • mutated codon is a
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A point mutation that creates a premature STOP codon is called:• Nonsense • Frameshift • Missense • Silent
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The mutation shown in the sequence below can be categorized as which type?Original DNA sequence: A T A C G G T A G C A A T A T G
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Examine the two strands of DNA below. Which kind of mutation occurred?Original strand: AGC GTA CCC TAC New strand: AGC GTA ACC
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Sequences for the types of hemoglobin are shown.Sickle-cell anemia is caused by a mutation of one nucleotide in a gene. The type
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2. asked by teen x
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Mutation that only changes in single base in a sequence of DNA
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2. asked by Biology
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