Gene Mutation Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
What is a mutation?
A
A change to the base sequence of DNA
2
Q
What is polyploidy?
A
Where an organism will have three or more sets of chromosomes instead of two
3
Q
What is non-disjunction?
A
Results in a gamete having either one more or one less chromosome after failing to separate during meiosis
4
Q
What is a mutagenic agent?
A
A biological factor that can increase the rate mutations, which are changes in the DNA sequence
