What Is the Definition of a Genetic Mutation

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Multiple Choice

What is the definition of a genetic mutation?

• A) It is any damage to any DNA.
• B) It is any damage to a gene.
• C) It is a chemical change to a gene that affects the primary structure of a protein.
• D) It is any chemical change or physical change to DNA.
• E) It is a break in a DNA strand.

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Definitions:

Inner Ear

The innermost part of the ear, containing the cochlea, vestibule, and semicircular canals, crucial for hearing and balance.

Receptors

Specialized cells or proteins in the body that bind to specific molecules like neurotransmitters, hormones, or drugs, triggering a physiological response.

Muscles

Tissues in the body that have the ability to contract, thus enabling movement and support of various body functions.

Joints

The locations at which two or more bones connect, facilitating movement and providing support to the skeletal structure.