Mutations

Mutations
Review

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​Read the sentences below to review the types of mutations.

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The first row is the original DNA and the following 3 have different mutations. Select the spot that represents the deletion mutation.

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​Notice that the deletion also caused a FRAMESHIFT. A frameshift is like when you're standing in line for lunch and someone leaves the line, now everyone moves up a spot. It can also happen when someone is inserted into the line and everyone moves back.

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Match the following effects of mutations.

• No effect or neutral effect

• Detrimental effect

• Beneficial effect

DNA doesn't code for anything

Affects protein code negatively

Affects protein code positively

• DNA doesn't code for anything

• Affects protein code negatively

• Affects protein code positively

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True or False: ALL mutations are bad.

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Open Ended

How can a mutation happen during protein synthesis?

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How can a mutation happen during mitosis or meiosis

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How is it possible for Mrs. Rodriguez to become Wolverine? Personally, he's not my favorite - but I really love the potential to be Super Woman.

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Understanding how superheroes are possible, which super would you be and what mutations would you need?