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Give one example of point mutation.

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Give one example of point mutation.

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A classic example of a point mutation is Sickle cell anaemia.

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Chapter 4: Principles of Inheritance and Variation - EXERCISES [Page 78]

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NCERT Biology [English] Class 12
Chapter 4 Principles of Inheritance and Variation
EXERCISES | Q 14. b. | Page 78
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Chapter 4 Principles of Inheritance and Variation
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