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Explain what a mutation on the DNA is?
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Explain what a mutation on the DNA is?

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gene mutation is a permanent alteration in the DNA sequence that makes up a gene, such that the sequence differs from what is found in most people. Mutations range in size, they can affect anywhere from a single DNA building block (base pair) to a large segment of a chromosome that includes multiple genes.
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Answer:A mutation is a change in a DNA sequence. Mutations can result from DNA copying mistakes made during cell division, exposure to ionizing radiation, exposure to chemicals called mutagens, or infection by viruses.

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