Question

The general expression for mutation rate is the number of mutant cells over the total number of mutant cells. Given that the cells were treated and then allowed to complete one round of replication, the final computation of mutation rate should be divided by two (two cells are plated for each cell treated). What is the rate of mutation at the locus associated with leucine biosynthesis

Answer 1

The rate of mutation is low

Step-by-step explanation:

Biosynthesis of leucine means the biological production or breakdown of leucine.

Leucine is very important in the body because it helps in the protein synthesis and muscular development. It should be understood also that too much of leucine in the body might result to low blood pressure.

In this case, the rate of mutation to the locus related to leucine biosythesis will be low.