Inheritance Flashcards

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Why are mutations important?

A

Increase genetic variation, allows adaptations

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2
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What are the 5 types of mutations?

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Deletion, Insertion, Inversion, Substitution, Duplication

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3
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Give exmaples of mutagens

A

Ionising radiation, chemicals, biological agents

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4
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What are the 2 types of mutations?

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Chromosome mutation, gene point mutation

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