Biology Flashcard

Biology Flashcard

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Biology

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is a frameshift mutation?

Back

A mutation that shifts the reading frame of the genetic code, potentially altering the entire amino acid sequence downstream.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are mutations?

Back

Rare, random events that change the base sequence of DNA, which can lead to changes in the structure and function of proteins.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of a small-scale mutation?

Back

Point mutation, which involves a change in a single nucleotide base.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which enzyme is primarily responsible for proofreading during DNA replication?

Back

DNA polymerase, which checks and corrects errors in the newly synthesized DNA strand.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which process involves the conversion of DNA to RNA?

Back

Transcription, the process by which the information in a DNA sequence is copied into a complementary RNA sequence.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of mutations in evolution?

Back

Mutations introduce genetic variation, which is essential for natural selection and evolution.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What are the two main types of mutations?

Back

Small-scale mutations (like point mutations) and large-scale mutations (like insertions, deletions, and duplications of large DNA segments).

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