DNA and Mutations

DNA and Mutations

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Science

4th - 8th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a segment of DNA that codes for a single trait?

Back

gene

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of these is not a type of mutation: elimination, deletion, insertion, substitution?

Back

elimination

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is DNA important?

Back

It serves as the blueprint for traits of all living things.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Are all mutations bad?

Back

No

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a change in DNA called?

Back

mutation

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the structure that carries genetic information in living organisms?

Back

DNA

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a mutation that involves removing a segment of DNA?

Back

deletion

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