Mutations (Pasadena)

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What is a mutation?

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A mutation is a change in the DNA sequence that can lead to changes in the structure and function of proteins.

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What are the main types of mutations?

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The main types of mutations are substitutions, insertions, and deletions.

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What is a substitution mutation?

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A substitution mutation occurs when one nucleotide in the DNA sequence is replaced by another nucleotide.

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What is an insertion mutation?

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An insertion mutation occurs when one or more nucleotides are added to the DNA sequence.

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What is a deletion mutation?

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A deletion mutation occurs when one or more nucleotides are removed from the DNA sequence.

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What is a frameshift mutation?

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A frameshift mutation is a genetic mutation caused by insertions or deletions that shift the reading frame of the genetic message.

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How do insertions and deletions affect protein synthesis?

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Insertions and deletions can lead to frameshift mutations, which can alter the entire amino acid sequence downstream of the mutation.

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What is the difference between a silent mutation and a missense mutation?

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A silent mutation does not change the amino acid sequence, while a missense mutation results in a different amino acid being incorporated into the protein.

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What is the significance of mutations in evolution?

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Mutations are a source of genetic variation, which is essential for evolution and natural selection.

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What is a point mutation?

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A point mutation is a change in a single nucleotide base pair in the DNA sequence.