Mutations

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What is an Inversion Mutation?

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An inversion mutation occurs when a segment of a chromosome is reversed end to end.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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What is a Translocation Mutation?

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A translocation mutation involves a segment of one chromosome being transported and attached to a non-homologous chromosome.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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What is a Point Mutation?

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A point mutation is a mutation that involves a change in a single nucleotide in the DNA sequence.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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Why are insertion and deletion mutations considered frameshift mutations?

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They are called frameshift mutations because they change the reading frame of the genetic code, altering all subsequent codons.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-1

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What is a Deletion Mutation?

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A deletion mutation occurs when a segment of DNA is removed or lost from the chromosome.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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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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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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What is a Frameshift Mutation?

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

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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What is the effect of a Substitution Mutation?

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A substitution mutation replaces one nucleotide with another, which may or may not affect the resulting protein.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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What is the significance of codons in mutations?

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Codons are sequences of three nucleotides that correspond to specific amino acids; mutations can change these codons, affecting protein synthesis.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-1

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How can mutations lead to genetic diversity?

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Mutations introduce new genetic variations, which can lead to different traits and contribute to evolution.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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