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Genetic Mutations Flashcards

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Substitution

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The change in one base letter into another
GATC—>GATG

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Inversion

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When a section breaks and is reattached in the reverse order
GATC—>CTAG

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Insertion

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When a base letter is added into a gene sequence
GATC—>GATGC

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Deletion

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When a base letter is removed from a gene sequence
GATC—>GTC

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Point Mutations

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Substitution & Inversion

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Frame Shift Mutations

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Insertion & Deletation

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Mutagens

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Radiation, chemical, infectious agents

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Radiation mutagens

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  • UV light
  • X-ray
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Chemical mutagens

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  • cigarettes
  • processed foods
  • cleaning products
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Infectious agents mutagens

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  • Viruses
  • Bacteria
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