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A base sequence in a DNA molecule is changed

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A gene is a sequence of bases in DNA that codes for a particular trait. A gene mutation is any change in that sequence. A base sequence in a DNA molecule must be changed.

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Mutations that occur at random are called?

Mutations that occur at random are called spontaneous mutations.


What are known as gene mutations and occur at a single point in the DNA sequence?

Mutations that occur at a single point in the DNA sequence are Point Mutations.


Are all mutations passed on to your children?

No, not all mutations are passed on to children. Mutations can occur in the DNA of reproductive cells (eggs and sperm) and if they are present in those cells, they can be passed on to the next generation. However, most mutations occur in non-reproductive cells and are not passed on to offspring.


Mutations in DNA often occur during replication During which phase of the cell cycle do such mutations occur?

Interphase


Can mutations occur in jellyfish?

Mutations happen in ALL living things (and also in viruses)!!!!!!


What are mutations that occur at a single point?

Such mutations are called point mutation or gene mutation.


Are mutations in the DNA sequence gene transient changes?

Successful mutations will persist. Mutations usually occur during replication. Some mutations will flourish depending on environmental factors.


What is a facets of life?

Mutations that occur in DNA


Is it true that only mutations in gametes can be passed from parent to offspring?

Gametic mutations occur in the cells of the gonads (which produce sperm and eggs) and may be inherited. There are two types of mutations that can occur in gamete cells: 1. Gene Mutations 2. Chromosomal Mutations


What can occur for limited gene flow?

Mutations can occur in gene processing errors.


Mutations that occur at one single nitrogen base are referred to as?

Mutations that occur at one single nitrogen base are referred to as a point mutation.


How often do mutation occur?

Mutations are constantly happening.