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A single base mutation in a gene may not ‘always’ result in loss or gain of function. Do you think the statement is correct? Defend your answer.
A single base mutation in a gene may not ‘always’ result in loss or gain of function. Do you think the statement is correct?
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Solution
The statement is correct. Because of degeneracy of codons, mutations at third base of codon, usually does not result into any change in phenotype. This is called silent mutations.
Notes
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