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A single mutation in a nucleotide base pair resulting in a termination codon is known as ________?
A single mutation in a nucleotide base pair resulting in a termination codon is known as ________?
Updated On: Aug 20, 2024
- Missense mutation
- Nonsense mutation
- Stop mutation
- Silent mutation
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The Correct Option is B
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The correct option is (B) : Nonsense mutation
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