Mutations

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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 is a Point Mutation?

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A point mutation is a type of mutation where only one nucleotide is altered in the DNA sequence.

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What is a Frameshift Mutation?

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A frameshift mutation occurs when nucleotides are inserted or deleted from the DNA sequence, altering the reading frame.

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What causes a Frameshift Mutation?

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Frameshift mutations are caused by insertions or deletions of nucleotides in the DNA sequence.

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What is an Insertion Mutation?

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An insertion mutation is a type of mutation where 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 is a type of mutation where one or more nucleotides are removed from the DNA sequence.

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What is Translocation in genetics?

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Translocation is a chromosomal mutation where a segment of DNA is moved from one location to another, either within the same chromosome or to a different chromosome.

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What is a Chromosomal Mutation?

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A chromosomal mutation is a change in the structure or number of chromosomes, which can include deletions, duplications, inversions, and translocations.

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What is a Duplication Mutation?

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A duplication mutation occurs when a segment of DNA is copied and inserted into the genome, resulting in multiple copies of that segment.

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What is an Inversion Mutation?

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An inversion mutation occurs when a segment of DNA is reversed within the chromosome.