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Point mutation involves:
Options
(a) change in single base pair
(b) duplication
(c) deletion
(d) insertion
Correct Answer:
change in single base pair
Explanation:
A point mutation is a simple change in one base of the gene sequence. THis is equivalent to changing one letter in a sentence, such as this example, where we change the ‘e’ in cat to an ‘h’. Original : The fat cat ate the wee rat. Point Mutation : The fat hat ate the wee rat.
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Subject: Biology (4253)
Important MCQs Based on Medical Entrance Examinations To Improve Your NEET Score
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