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Change the following sequence (GGAUUC) to show:

a. Substitution
b. Insertion
c. Deletion

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Answer:

Given the sequence of bases of the RNA GGAUUC, the possible mutations would be:

a. Substitution: GGAUUC → GGAAUC

b. Insertion: GGAUUC → GGACCUUC

c. Deletion: GGAUUC → GG_UC

Step-by-step explanation:

The fragment observed is recognized as RNA, due to the presence of uracil (U). The mutations observed in this fragment are derived from a mutated DNA molecule, which was transcribed into mRNA

  • Substitution is a molecular mutation that occurs when one nitrogenous base is changed to another in the DNA sequence. GGAUUC → GGAAUC Mutated DNA: CCTTAG
  • Insertion occurs when entire bases or segments are added to the original genetic material, resulting in a longer molecule. GGAUUC → GGACCUUC Mutated DNA: CCTGGAAG
  • Deletion is a type of mutation where genetic material is lost, which can be nitrogenous bases or segments of the molecule. GGAUUC → GG_UC Mutated DNA: CC_AG

Each of these mutations can have an effect on protein synthesis, affecting the structure or function of the final protein.

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