DNA and DNA Mutation Quiz

When one base replaces another, this is a common type of mutation called what?

• Insertion
• Substitution
• Inversion
• Deletion

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When an extra base has been added  to the sequence of bases, this is what type of mutation?

• Substitution
• Deletion
• Inversion
• Insertion

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Are all mutations harmful?

• Yes, they are caused by toxic chemicals and radiation
• No, all mutations are beneficial
• Yes, mutations cause fatal diseases
• No, some can be useful in a changing environment

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DNA molecule segment is: TTACGCAAG
The mutated DNA segment is TTACGCAAC. This is an example of ______ mutation.

• Substitution
• Insertion
• Inversion
• Translocation

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Cells are able to control genes by turning genes on and off.  This process is known as what?

• Transcription
• Gene expression
• Genetic functioning
• Operator system

In DNA, Adenine bonds with ______________.

• Guanine
• Thymine
• Cytosine
• Adenine

A mutation is defined as:

• A change in the cell's structure

• Anything that changes in an embryo

• Any change in the physical features of a human

• A change in the DNA sequence

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Which organelle is DNA usually found in?

• cell membrane
• vacuole
• ribosome
• nucleus

Which 2 molecules form the sides (backbone) of the DNA ladder?

• deoxyribose sugar and adenine
• deoxyribose sugar and a hydrogen bond
• deoxyribose sugar and the nucleus
• deoxyribose sugar and phosphate

What is the difference between DNA and RNA in terms of bases?

• RNA contains uracil in place of thymine
• RNA contains uracil in place of adenine
• RNA contains uracil in place of guanine
• RNA contains uracil in place of  cytosine