Explain why a point mutation does not necessarily change the oriignal amino acid sequence.  Explain silent mutations.

Q: mutations

A: Change in a DNA sequence and change in a phenotype or genotype of an organism is called mutation.

Q: 1. a)What would happen if the aminoacyl tRNA synthetase responsible for charging alanine tRNAs also…

A: The polymerization of amino acids according to the codons on mRNA to form proteins is known as…

Q: Define mutation. Then describe the three basic types of mutation (substitutions, insertions, and…

A: A mutation is an alteration in the DNA sequence that mainly arises during the replication of DNA or…

Q: point mutations that affect the amino acid sequence of a protein include, frameshift mutations,…

A: ANSWER : Absolutely, let's delve into missense mutations and how they can influence protein…

Q: Most mutations are harmful or neutral, although in rare instances some can be beneficial where hey…

A: TRUE

Q: What type of mutation is C c?

A: Mutations are defined as the change in the sequence of DNA of an organism due to any environmental…

Q: Using the DNA sequence above, write a new DNA sequence from 3’ to 5’ that incorporates a…

A: A missense mutation is a type of point mutation where a single nucleotide change in the DNA sequence…

Q: Explain why harmful mutations tend to disappear, while beneficial mutations become widespread.

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

Q: Xeroderma pigmentosum is an inherited disorder characterized by rapid formation of many skin sores…

A: Xeroderma pigmentosum is a disease caused due to mutation in autosomal genes and being a genetic…

Q: What do you have a nucleotide triplet codes for codon for UGU ? Identify a base pair substitution…

A: The DNA nucleotide triplet codes for RNA triplet codon which further codes for specific amino acid.…

Q: The Effects of a Mutation are  Difficult to Predict Why?

A: A mutation is a change that occurs in the deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)when it is damaged or changed…

Q: Explain how the ability of a large, multisubunitprotein molecule to bind a specific DNA sequence can…

A: Protein—A type of organic molecule which is big and has a complex structure. Proteins are polymers;…

Q: Explain point  mutations and frameshift mutations. Which is more apt to disrupt the  structure and…

A: Proteins are the expression of the information present in the DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid). This…

Q: List the 4 types of protein modification and describe each in 1 sentence

A: Protein modification refer to any change in the chemical composition of proteins following…

Q: 1a) Name the start codon and the three stop codons for translation. 1b) What amino acid is…

A: An mRNA codon is a triplet or triple-nucleotide sequence that codes for a certain amino acid during…

Q: explain why mutations are rare?

A: In molecular biology, mutations are defined as the alteration in the sequences of the DNA due to…

Q: Find non-cancerous, non--nonsense, point mutation genetic disease. Describe the disease's name and…

A: A point mutation is a mutation that only affects a single nucleotide of nucleic acid. It occurs most…

Q: Explain how a mutation within a non-coding sequence may alter gene function.

A: Deoxy ribonucleic acid (DNA) is the genetic material of most organisms that carry coded genetic…

Q: Define a Point mutation and give an example. What is sickle cell anemia and what causes it. What…

A: Mutation refers to the phenomena in which the structure of a gene or DNA sequence changes, resulting…

Q: Explain the term posttranslational modifications?

A: Translation refer to the process in which synthesis of protein occurs from an mRNA molecule.

Q: between gene and protein was first articulated by Beadle & Tatum, who proposed the one-gene,…

A: The one gene–one enzyme theory proposes that genes work by making enzymes, with each gene producing…

Q: Isoleucine to phenylalamine is a non conservative mutation???

A: All amino acids have different properties.

Q: Silent mutations that occur in DNA are quite common in living cells and usually involve no effects…

A: silent mutation is a type of point mutation in DNA that doesn't show any observable effect on the…

Q: Explain what is meant by the terms mutation and mutant.

A: The human body is made up of the complex level of the genome organization. The change in the level…

Q: GIVE A SHORT ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS GIVEN BELOW  Why Phosphate bond is important in DNA or RNA…

A: Phosphate bond are important because structural framework of nucleic acid the energy for producing…

Q: what are exons and introns?

A: This question is related to the transcription process in eukaryotes, transcription is the process in…

Q: What are the four different point mutations? How can genetic mutation (genotype) alter protein…

A: Point mutations are chromosome rearrangements. They are usually the consequence of errors made…

Q: explain Instability of TE insertion mutations

A: Transposable elements (TEs) are deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) sequences that move from one location to…

Q: Describe three types of mutations

A: A mutation is a change in a DNA sequence. Mutations can result from mistakes happened during DNA…

Q: Describe the effect of the substitution mutation in a sequence of amino acids.

A: Mutation is defined as a change in the sequence of DNA that occurs as a result of DNA copying errors…

Q: Define mutation

A: The human body is made up of the complex level of the genome organization. The change in the level…

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.