Assume That a Wild-Type Sequence Is 5'AGCCTAC3

question 27

Multiple Choice

Assume that a wild-type sequence is 5'AGCCTAC3'.Indicate the sequence that might be produced by a transversion.

• A)5'AGTCTAC3'
• B)5'AGCCGCCGCCGCCTAC3'
• C)5'AGCCCAC3'
• D)5'ATCCTAC3'
• E)5'AGCCTGC3'

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Definitions:

Phenotype

An observable trait; the trait that actually is seen.

Karyotype

A karyotype is the number and visual appearance of the chromosomes in the cell nuclei of an organism or species, used to look for chromosomal abnormalities.

Observable Trait

A characteristic or feature of an organism that can be seen or measured directly.

Deoxyribonucleic Acid

The molecule that carries the genetic instructions used in the growth, development, functioning, and reproduction of all known living organisms and many viruses.