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It depends on what type of mutation it is. As long as all the correct DNA information is still present, such as when a switch occurs, then normally it's not that big of a deal.
However, if a large sequence of genes is copied or deleted, then you can have major issues. For example, people with Down syndrome have an extra copy of chromosome 21, and this can cause serious health problems.
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How does a mutation in a cell affect an organism?
A mutation in a sex cell means that the mutation can be passed on to the individuals offspring. If the mutation just occurred in a somatic cell, it would not be passed down.
A mutation changes a gene in a cell in the stomach of an organism. This mutation could cause a change in -?
b: the organism, but not its offspring
Why does a mutation in a sex cell affect an organism?
It only affects the offspring of the organism.
Explain why a mutation in a sperm or egg cell has different consequences than one in a heart cell?
A mutation in a sperm or egg cell means that the mutation while most likely be passed down to the offspring of that organism. If the mutation is in anything but a gamete, it will not be passed down.
A mutation changes a gene in a cell in the stomach of an organism This mutation could cause a change in?
This mutation could cause a change in the protein produced by the gene, potentially leading to altered cell function or structure in the stomach. It could also impact the organism's digestion process or increase the risk of developing certain diseases related to the stomach.
How is a mutation harmful to a organism?
Not all mutations are harmful. A mutation the give the organism antibiotic resistance, for example, is quite helpful. A different mutation that causes a necessary protein to misfold may result in death. In general mutations that affect proteins that are necessary for life will result in the death of the organism. One such mutation is in the protein p53 which is necessary to prevent a cell from growing uncontrollable (cancer). A mutation in p53 could result in a cell with damaged DNA to reproduce - this is what we call cancer.
What is mutation results in death called?
Deviation causes death/mutation of cell, bro.
What is a neutral mutation?
A neutral mutation is a mutation that has no effect on the body. It is an alteration in the DNA sequence that is neither beneficial nor detrimental to an organism's ability to survive and procreate.
What is a cell mutation event within a DNA sequence?
It is permanent change of the nucleotide sequence of the genome of an organism.
What will mutation do if it occurs in a sex cell?
There offspring with mutations
Difference between body cell mutation and sex cell mutation?
A mutation in a sex cell may be passed on to an offspring. A mutation in a somatic (body) cell cannot be passed on to an offspring, but can potentially cause cancer in the person who has the mutation.
What are the chances of mutation?
The chances of mutation occurring in an organism are typically low, with estimates ranging from 1 in 100,000 to 1 in 1 billion cell divisions. However, the rate of mutation can be influenced by various factors such as exposure to mutagens, DNA repair mechanisms, and the specific genetic makeup of the organism.
