Types of Mutations

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What is a mutation?
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A mutation is a change in the DNA sequence of an organism's genome.
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What are the two main types of mutations?
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The two main types of mutations are gene mutations and chromosomal mutations.
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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.
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What is a substitution mutation?
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A substitution mutation occurs when one base pair is replaced by another in the DNA sequence.
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What is an insertion mutation?
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An insertion mutation occurs when one or more nucleotide bases are added to the DNA sequence.
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What is a deletion mutation?
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A deletion mutation occurs when one or more nucleotide bases are removed from the DNA sequence.
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What is a frameshift mutation?
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A frameshift mutation is caused by insertions or deletions that change the reading frame of the genetic code.
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