Changing Even a Few Bases in a Molecule of DNA

question 49

True/False

Changing even a few bases in a molecule of DNA always adversely affects the protein product.

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Definitions:

Empirical Support

Evidence that is based on observation, experience, or experiment, rather than theory alone, used to validate a hypothesis or claim.

Biological Rhythms

Natural cycles of change in our body's chemicals or functions, like the sleep-wake cycle or hormonal cycles.

Endogenous

Generated from within rather than by external cues.

Internal Biological Clock

An innate mechanism that controls the physiological activities of an organism, ensuring they occur at optimal times.