The Term for the Type of Mutation That Results in a Loss

question 10

Multiple Choice

The term for the type of mutation that results in a loss of material from the genome is

• A)inversion
• B)duplication
• C)deletion
• D)translocation

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Definitions:

Dermal Tissue System

A complex of tissues in plants that forms the outer protective covering, performing functions such as protection, water regulation, and gas exchange.

Epidermis

The outermost layer of cells that covers the body of an organism, providing protection against the environment.

Periderm

A protective tissue in plants that replaces the epidermis in parts that undergo secondary growth, consisting of the cork, cork cambium, and phelloderm.

Sclerenchyma Tissue

A supportive plant tissue composed of thick-walled, usually dead cells, offering structural support and protection.