Mutations MAKE-UP 24-25

Mutations MAKE-UP 24-25

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Biology

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a mutation?

Back

A mutation is a change in the DNA sequence of an organism's genome, which can lead to changes in the organism's traits.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the four main types of mutations?

Back

The four main types of mutations are substitution, insertion, deletion, and translocation.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a substitution mutation?

Back

A substitution mutation occurs when one base pair in the DNA sequence is replaced by another base pair.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an insertion mutation?

Back

An insertion mutation occurs when one or more base pairs are added into the DNA sequence.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a deletion mutation?

Back

A deletion mutation occurs when one or more base pairs are removed from the DNA sequence.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a frameshift mutation?

Back

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of guanine in DNA?

Back

Guanine is one of the four nucleotide bases in DNA and pairs with cytosine.

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