Mutation Practice

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Where do mutations occur?

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Mutations occur in DNA.

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How can mutations benefit humans?

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Mutations can make an organism more suited to live in its environment.

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What is a mutation?

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A mutation is a change in the DNA sequence.

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What are mutations?

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Mutations are changes in the sequence of DNA.

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What is the significance of mutations in evolution?

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Mutations introduce genetic variation, which is essential for evolution.

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What are the types of mutations?

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Types of mutations include point mutations, insertions, deletions, and duplications.

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What is a point mutation?

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A point mutation is a change in a single nucleotide in the DNA sequence.

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What is a frameshift mutation?

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A frameshift mutation occurs when nucleotides are inserted or deleted, altering the reading frame.

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What is a silent mutation?

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A silent mutation is a change in the DNA sequence that does not affect the protein produced.

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What is a missense mutation?

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A missense mutation is a change that results in a different amino acid in the protein.