Question

What is mutation?

Answer 1

Mutation:

1. A mutation is defined as the change in the nucleotide sequence of DNA.
2. It results either due to environmental factors such as exposure to UV rays or a result of mistakes during the cell division.
3. Anything that causes mutations is known as a mutagen.
4. RNA is less prone to mutations as it is quickly degraded once used by the cell.
5. Diseases caused due to mutation in the nucleotide sequences are sickle cell anemia, hemophilia, color blindness, etc.