Question

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1. Explain how mutations can alter a DNA strand and ultimately a protein structure. Make sure to include point mutation, frameshift mutations, insertion, deletion, substitution, and silent mutations.


2. Identify which mutation occurred (insertion, deletion, substitution, or silent substitution) and highlight where the mutation occurred.
Original DNA: TACGGGATGTTCCCA
Mutation #1: TACGGGATTTTCCCA
Mutation #2: TACGGGAGTTCCCAT
Mutation #3: TACGGGATGTCTCCC
Mutation #4: TACGGTATGTTCCCA

Answer 1

1. By changing a gene's instructions for making a protein, a mutation can cause the protein to malfunction or to be missing entirely. When a mutation alters a protein that plays a critical role in the body, it can disrupt normal development or cause a medical condition.

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