Chromosomal Mutation

Notice the abnormal 23rd chromosome. This individual has an extra X chromosome. What type of mutation is this?

• Translocation

• Nondisjunction

• Dublication

• Inversion

• Deletion

Answer explanation

Nondisjunction is the failure of chromosomes to separate properly during cell division, leading to an extra chromosome, such as an additional X chromosome. This explains the abnormal 23rd chromosome observed in this individual.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

Duplication

• A

• B

• C

• D

• E

Answer explanation

Choice A is correct because it directly addresses the concept of duplication, which is the focus of the question. The other options do not relate to the definition or implications of duplication.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-4

Inversion

• A

• B

• C

• D

• E

Answer explanation

The correct answer is B because it accurately represents the concept of inversion, which involves reversing the order of elements. Other options do not align with this definition.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

Translocation

• A

• B

• C

• D

• E

Answer explanation

Translocation refers to the movement of substances within an organism. Choices D and E correctly relate to this concept, highlighting processes involved in the transport of nutrients and genetic material.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

Inversion

• A

• B

• C

• D

Answer explanation

The correct answer is C because it accurately represents the concept of inversion, which involves reversing the order of elements. Choices A, B, and D do not correctly illustrate this concept.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

Translocation

• A

• B

• C

• D

Answer explanation

Translocation refers to the movement of substances within an organism. Option D correctly identifies this process, while the other choices do not accurately describe translocation.

What type of mutation is this?

• Duplication

• Inversion

• Deletion

• Translocation

• none

Answer explanation

Translocation is a type of mutation where a segment of DNA is moved from one location to another, either within the same chromosome or to a different chromosome. This distinguishes it from duplication, inversion, and deletion.

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B.6E

What type of mutation is this?

• Duplication

• Inversion

• Deletion

• Translocation

• none

Answer explanation

A deletion mutation occurs when a segment of DNA is removed. This results in the loss of genetic material, which can affect gene function. In this case, the correct answer is 'Deletion'.

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B.6E

is a type of chromosomal mutation when part of the chromosome breaks off and attaches to another chromosome.

• Duplication

• Deletion

• Translocation

Answer explanation

Translocation is a chromosomal mutation where a segment of one chromosome breaks off and attaches to another chromosome, distinguishing it from duplication (copying) and deletion (loss of a segment).

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

Identify each type of chromosomal mutation.

• Duplication: gene(s) are copied twice

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• Inversion: genes are flipped

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• Deletion: genes are deleted

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• Transloc: genes swapped bet chromosomes

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2