Mutations and Protein Synthesis
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9th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a point mutation?
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A point mutation is a change in a single nucleotide base in the DNA sequence, which can result in a substitution of one amino acid for another in a protein.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is another name for a point mutation?
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Substitution.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the possible results of mutations?
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Mutations can lead to changes in DNA sequence, genetic variation in a species, and differing amino acid sequences.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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 of the genetic code.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a deletion mutation?
Back
A deletion mutation is a type of frameshift mutation where one or more nucleotide bases are removed from the DNA sequence.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Identify the deletion mutation from the following: ATG CCA AAT.
Back
ATC CA AT.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the building blocks of proteins called?
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Amino Acids.
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