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In an organism, X, it is found to be impossible to generate loss-of-function mutants for most genes. There is an alternative method of introducing random mutations that can later be screened for the gene(s) in question. This can be accomplished by using insertions due to what genetic entities?

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Transposable elements (TE)

Step-by-step explanation:

A transposon, also known as 'jumping genes', is a particular sequence of DNA that can relocate inside of the genome. It affects the genetic identity and can be made use of to either reverse a mutation or create one - it duplicates that genetic sequence. Retrotransposons is a class of TE found in viruses.

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