Definition Flashcards
1
Q
Define a mutation.
A
Any change in the genetic composition of an organism
2
Q
Define Gene mutation
A
A change in the nucleotide sequence.
3
Q
Define neucleic acids
A
Organic molecules that control the synthesis of proteins and transferring genetic info.
4
Q
Define gene
A
A sequence of DNA that codes for a particular trait.
5
Q
Define immune response
A
The way an organism protects itself against pathogenic viruses, bacteria, Protozoa or fungi
6
Q
Point mutation
A
A single base is changed
7
Q
Point mutation
A
A single base is changed
