What type of mutation is represented by the following sequence? Original: 123456 Mutated: 154326
A. Breakage
B. Deletion
C. Insertion
D. Inversion
An inversion mutation is represented in the sequence 1 5 4 3 2 6. An inversion error is a type of mutation where an entire sequence of DNA is reversed. In this case, 2 3 4 5 has been reversed to 5 4 3 2.
Breakage, choice A, in a gene can mess up its function entirely or lead to a translocation of genetic information. Choice B, deletion, is when a section of DNA is omitted or lost.
Choice C, Insertion, is when an extra base pair is added to a DNA sequence. Deletions and insertions can lead to a frameshift effect where entire sequences are thrown off because one nucleotide is wrong.
This could result in coding for the wrong amino acid and non-functioning proteins.
Therefore, the Correct Answer is D.