Describe missense and nonsense mutations and how they are different from frameshift mutations.

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Chapter13: Gene Expression
Section13.5: Mutations
Problem 12LO: Give examples of the different classes of mutations that affect the base sequence of DNA in protein...
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Describe missense and nonsense mutations and how they are different from frameshift mutations. Be comprehensive and tailor your answer to explain the impact of these mutations on the protein expressed 

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Mutations can be defined as changes in the DNA sequence. It can result from errors in replication or those generated during cell division, exposure to mutagens, etc. The type of mutations includes base substitutions, deletions, insertions, etc. 

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