Compare and contrast the action of DNA damaging agents that lead to: 1. Point mutations . 2. Frameshift mutations 3. Formation of DNA dimers

Q: Define these types of mutation: Inversion Insertion Translocation Deletion Duplication

A: A mutation is a change in a deoxyribonucleotide (DNA) sequence that is irreversible. Mutations can…

Q: Describe the potential consequences for human healthof mutations in genes that specify DNA repair…

A: Mutation in a gene is a permanent change in the sequence of DNA molecule. These mutations serve as…

Q: What is a biomarker? a. the color coding of different genes b. a protein that is uniquely produced…

A: Answer is b.)

Q: Compare the process of polymerase chain reaction (PCR) to DNA replication.  Discuss three…

A: PCR is in vitro process whereas DNA replication is in vivo process.

Q: 1.DNA helicase 2.SSBP 3.DNA ligase 4.Primase 5.DNA Polymerase III A. Synthesizes RNA primer B.…

A: Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA), is a complex organic molecule is the hereditary material that carries…

Q: Expansion of a CAG repeat region by 1 repeat is an example of a frameshift mutation. Both DNA…

A: Frameshift mutation: It is a kind of genetic disorder that occurs due to insertion or deletion of…

Q: Choose the primary impact of the given agents on the genetic material. Choices: deletion of…

A: DNA replication, transcription or translation are the targets of the natural or synthetic…

Q: For questions 11 and 12, use the following multiple choice options to fill in the blanks to complete…

A: DNA is the genetic material in many living organisms. It is made up of nucleotides arranged in a…

Q: Sometimes people don’t recover enough DNA from their cheek cells to be visible. Suggest a change to…

A: The first DNA isolation experiment was performed by Friedrich Miescher in 1869. DNA extraction is a…

Q: 1) What is Dna mutaion and its types

A: Mutation can be described as a heritable genetic change in the genetic material of an organism that…

Q: When treating a person by gene therapy, is it necessary that the therapeutic gene becomes part of a…

A: Gene therapy refers to the transfer of nucleic acids into a cell of a patient as a drug for the…

Q: Which of the following DNA repair systems may involve the removalof a segment of a DNA strand?a.…

A: Answer is b.)  Nucleotide excision repair.

Q: Strand invasion is often used to repair which of the following damages to DNA?   a. Single-strand…

A: Homologous recombination repair is the process of repairing double-strand breaks that occurs in both…

Q: Construct a table, concept map, or picture to summarize how base analogues, DNA-modifying agents,…

A: Table of mutations induced by base analogue ,intercalary agents and DNA modifying agents --…

Q: The enzymes mentioned below are used as tools during cloning, DNA sequencing and/or gene therapy.…

A: Enzymes  Enzymes are the protein that use as catalysts in metabolic and catabolic reaction to fasten…

Q: Scenario 1: Dyskeratosis congenita (DKC) is a rare human genetic disorder affecting telomere…

A: Telomerase enzymes are specialized ribonucleoprotein complexes that play an  important role in…

Q: The BRCA genes produce DNA repair proteins. Genetic testing is available that can determine if a…

A: Cancer is the condition in which unhindered proliferation of normal cell occurs. Basically, such…

Q: One way scientists determine the abundance of different DNA molecules in a sample is by measuring…

A: Polymerase chain reactionPCR is a rapid and versatile in vitro method for amplifying defined target…

Q: X-ray exposure often leads to DNA damage such as double strand breaks which is categorized as a type…

A: An individual's bodily design is determined by DNA. The DNA that is passed down from parents to kids…

Q: Define these terms and use an example (regarding genetics): -transitions -transversions -cryptic…

A: Sudden change in the nucleotide sequence in a genome (DNA/RNA) is known as mutation. Mutation can be…

Q: The enzymes mentioned below are used as tools during cloning, DNA sequencing and/or gene therapy.…

A: DNA cloning is a process in which clones / copies of DNA are formed . DNA sequencing is a technique…

Q: Enzymes or proteins involved in DNA repair include a. RAD52 b. RuvA c. UvrA d. MAPK

A: DNA repair is considered as a process in which any kind of damages is eliminated out.

Q: i am doing an analytical essay about dna damage, repair and recognition and cancer. I need to find…

A: The complicated link between DNA damage, repair, and detection is critical in understanding the…

Q: Smoking status is a known risk factor for lung cancer development. Researchers are conducting a…

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Q: Give at least 3 ways an organism can counteract DNA damage and mutations by activating several types…

A: DNA is the genetic material present in the nucleus of eukaryotes.

Q: According to our class discussions, which of the following is the most correct definition of a…

A: Mutations can occur spontaneously or be induced by mutagens. Mutations can happen in different ways,…

Q: what type of mutation can be avoided when doing the following: 1. Eating healthy foods 2. avoiding…

A: A mutation is an alteration in a DNA sequence caused due to various factors such as exposure to…

Q: A.) Chemical changes to the DNA caused by mutations can cause hazardous damage to the DNA. B.)…

A: DNA:  DNA is a polymer made up of two polynucleotide chains that coil around each other to form a…

Q: What wavelengths in particular can damage DNA? 5)  explain to me what particularly UV light does…

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Q: Why is using genomic DNA in gene therapy more efficacious?

A: Gene therapy is a technique for the utilization of the therapeutic delivery of nucleic acids into a…

Q: part of Pol III that is involved in

A: The important function of the DNA polymerase III is the duplication of the chromosomal…

Q: QUES Place the following enzymes in the correct order, in which they function in DNA replication:…

A: DNA replication is the process of copying genome's DNA. It occurs in three steps -  Initiation…

Q: Explain how gene conversion can occur via mismatch repair and DNA gap repair synthesis.

A: Step 1 Gene conversion is the process of replacing a homologous sequence with a deoxyribonucleic…

Q: The action of ultraviolet radiation on DNA to induce mutation is the…

A: The DNA sequence is extremely important as it is used as template for replication and protein…

Mitochondrial Mutations

A mitochondrion is a cellular organelle that serves as the site for cellular respiration and energy production (ATP or Adenosine Triphosphate). It is a double-membrane-bound organelle and is only present in eukaryotic cells.