Mutations!

Mutations!

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Biology

9th - 10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are possible negative consequences of mutations?

Back

Genetic disorders and cancer.

2.

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Front

What is the portion of the DNA strand that codes for a particular protein called?

Back

Gene.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What advantage do individuals who inherit the gene for sickle-shaped red blood cells from only one parent have?

Back

They have an advantage in parts of the world where malaria is common.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is it called when part of the chromosome is turned around in the opposite direction?

Back

Inversion.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is translocation in the context of chromosomal mutations?

Back

It is a type of chromosomal mutation when part of the chromosome breaks off and attaches to another chromosome.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a mutation?

Back

A change in the DNA sequence that can lead to changes in protein function.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the two main types of mutations?

Back

Point mutations and chromosomal mutations.

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