AP BIO FLASHCARD GENETICS CCHS DILTS

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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 type of mutation involves the addition of one or more nucleotide bases?

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Insertion.

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What type of mutation involves the removal of one or more nucleotide bases?

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Deletion.

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What type of mutation involves the replacement of one nucleotide with another?

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Substitution.

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What is a homozygous dominant genotype?

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A genotype consisting of two identical dominant alleles (e.g., AA).

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What is a heterozygous genotype?

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A genotype consisting of one dominant and one recessive allele (e.g., Aa).

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In a monohybrid cross of Gg x Gg, what is the expected percentage of homozygous recessive offspring?

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25%.

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What is the purpose of transcription in genetics?

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Transcription is the process of copying a segment of DNA into RNA.

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What is the purpose of translation in genetics?

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Translation is the process of synthesizing proteins from mRNA.

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What is DNA replication?

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DNA replication is the process of making a copy of DNA before cell division.