In a Mutation

question 59

Multiple Choice

In a mutation,

• A)the new codon may specify a different amino acid but may not change the function of the new protein produced.
• B)the new codon may specify the same amino acid as the old codon.
• C)the new codon and resulting amino acid may destroy the function of the protein specified.
• D)the new codon may specify no amino acid.
• E)all of these may be true.

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