Mutations Research for Genetics Project

What are the two types of nucleic acids that can undergo mutations?

• RNA and DNA

• Amino acids and Enzymes

• Proteins and Lipids

• Carbohydrates and Proteins

What is the term used to describe a mutation that does not alter the amino acid sequence?

• Silent mutation

• Loud mutation

• Inactive mutation

• Active mutation

Which type of mutation involves the removal of a base from the DNA sequence?

• Substitution

• Insertion

• Deletion

• Duplication

What is a frameshift mutation?

• A mutation that changes the entire DNA sequence

• A mutation that does not affect the DNA sequence

• A mutation that shifts the 'reading frame' of the genetic material

• A mutation that duplicates a section of DNA

Which chromosomal mutation involves a segment of a chromosome breaking off and attaching to another chromosome?

• Inversion

• Deletion

• Duplication

• Translocation

How can a mutation be passed down to an offspring in sexually reproducing organisms?

• Through mitosis

• Through meiosis

• Through conjugation

• Through binary fission

Why are fruit flies frequently studied in genetic research?

• Because they are easy to care for in a lab environment

• Because their mutations and inheritance patterns are well-documented

• Because they have a large number of chromosomes

• Because they have a long lifespan

What is the main cause of sickle cell anemia?

• A duplication mutation in the platelet genes

• An insertion mutation in the white blood cell genes

• A mutation in the gene that codes for hemoglobin

• A deletion mutation in the red blood cell genes

What advantage do carriers of one sickle cell gene mutation have?

• Resistance to diabetes

• Increased muscle growth

• Enhanced cognitive abilities

• Protection against malaria

What is the role of genetic counselors?

• To provide treatment for genetic disorders

• To conduct genetic testing on newborns

• To help families understand and manage genetic disorders

• To modify genes to prevent genetic disorders