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Hi, i would like to ask why is addition or deletion of one base in mutation is not as severe as addition or deletion of 3 base in mutation? If it were to make enzyme the shape would be gone right?
crays said:Hi, i would like to ask why is addition or deletion of one base in mutation is not as severe as addition or deletion of 3 base in mutation? If it were to make enzyme the shape would be gone right?
A mutation is a change in the genetic material (DNA) of an organism. This can occur naturally or be induced by environmental factors.
A mutation - addition/deletion, also known as an insertion or deletion, is when one or more nucleotides are added or removed from the DNA sequence. This can result in a shift in the reading frame and potentially change the amino acid sequence of the protein being produced.
Mutation - addition/deletion can occur spontaneously during DNA replication or be caused by external factors such as exposure to radiation or chemicals.
The effects of mutation - addition/deletion can vary depending on the location and size of the mutation. In some cases, it may lead to a non-functional protein or cause a genetic disorder. However, it can also introduce new genetic variations that may be beneficial for the organism.
In some cases, the effects of mutation - addition/deletion can be reversed through DNA repair mechanisms. However, once the mutation has been passed on to subsequent generations, it cannot be reversed.