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11.12: Introduction to DNA Mutations

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    43663
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    Recognize the impact of DNA mutations

    In this outcome, we’ll learn just what mutations are and how they’re often connected to our DNA.

    What You’ll Learn to Do

    • Understand what a mutation is and how one generally occurs
    • Understand the impact of mutations in somatic cells versus gametes
    • Identify the major types of DNA mutations

    Learning Activities

    The learning activities for this section include the following:

    • What is a Mutation?
    • Mutations in Somatic Cells and in Gametes
    • Major Types of Mutations
    • Self Check: DNA Mutations

    Contributors and Attributions

    CC licensed content, Original
    • Authored by: Shelli Carter and Lumen Learning. Provided by: Lumen Learning. License: CC BY: Attribution

    11.12: Introduction to DNA Mutations is shared under a not declared license and was authored, remixed, and/or curated by LibreTexts.

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