DNA Mutations
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Curipod lesson about topic "DNA Mutations ". #5-7
megan.hagenbruch
Updated 5 months ago
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What is a DNA mutation?
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DNA mutations are changes to the genetic material of a cell
Exploring DNA Mutations
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DNA mutations happen all the time, but most of them go unnoticed! Everyone has unique mutations in their DNA, making us all unique! Some mutations can actually be beneficial and help an organism survive in certain environments!
Fun facts:
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Kinds of mutations
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Kinds of mutations
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Kinds of mutations
7. Open question
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Work together in pairs: What types of DNA mutations are there and how do they affect codons?
8. Poll
300 seconds
What is a mutation?
- A change in the DNA
- A change in the environment
- A change in the weather
- A change in the person
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Errors Chemical exposure Radiation (like from the sun)
What causes mutations?
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What causes mutations?
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Beneficial mutations Have a positive effect. Help organisms react to changes in the environment. Essential for evolution.
How do mutations affect an organism?
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Harmful mutations Harm an organism's ability to survive and reproduce Can cause genetic disorders or cancers
How do mutations affect an organism?
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Neutral mutations Most mutations are neutral They have no effect or make no significant changes on the organism.
How do mutations affect an organism?
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180 seconds
What are the ways that DNA mutations can affect an organism?
15. Poll
300 seconds
Can mutations be beneficial?
- Yes
- No
- Maybe
- I don't know
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