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silent mutation in DNA

Human Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305251052

Author:Michael Cummings

Publisher:Michael Cummings

Chapter11: Genome Alterations: Mutation And Epigenetics

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 6QP: Although it is well known that X-rays cause mutations, they are routinely used to diagnose medical...

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1) Define the silent mutation in DNA? 2) What is the codon usage bias? 3) Provide one example of a clinical implication of a "silent mutation" that proven to have an effect on the phenotype and provide a brief description of its molecular characteristics?
The letters ABCDEFGH represent a normal DNA sequence. Indicate the type of mutation present in each of the following situations: a) ABCCDEFGH b) ABCDEGH
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a) What dipeptide is produced from the following segment of DNA: AGAGAT? (b) What happens to the dipeptide when a point mutation occurs and the DNA segment contains the sequence ATAGAT instead?
(b): How many forms can naturally occurring DNA exist in? Explain how these forms are characterized. What properties of the functional groups determine the binding of DNA with anti-cancer agents? Explain.
Silent mutations that occur in DNA are quite common in living cells and usually involve no effects on phenotype. Q) Provide one example of a clinical implication of a “silent mutation” that proven to have an effect onthe phenotype and provide a brief description of its molecular characteristics?
Two types of mutations are (1) nucleotide changes and (2) unstable genome regions that undergo dynamic changes. Describe each type of mutation.
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Explain the term mutation.
Although it is well known that X-rays cause mutations, they are routinely used to diagnose medical problems, including potential tumors, broken bones, and dental cavities. Why is this done? What precautions need to be taken?
What is the consequence of mutation of a mismatch repair enzyme? How will this affect the function of a gene?