Exploring the Mutation Film and Genetic Concepts Quiz - Test Your Knowledge

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the metabolic disorder Schindler disease may be caused by mutations in the NAGA gene on chromosome 22.

the rare skin disorder ichthyosis bullosa of Siemens may be caused by a spontaneous mutation in the keratin 2e gene on chromosome 12.

the rare fallopian tube cancer is more prevalent in carriers of the BRCA1 and 2 mutations.

at least five mutations are known to cause diplopodia in chickens, resulting in the development of extra toes or other structural abnormalities in the hind limbs.

a mutation in the human homolog of the RNA splicing protein Prp24 (pictured) is believed to cause the skin condition disseminated superficial actinic porokeratosis.

mutations in the FLNB gene cause boomerang dysplasia, a lethal congenital disorder in which the limbs' long bones malform into the shape of a boomerang.

National Medal of Science recipient Evelyn M. Witkin's interest in mutagenesis led her to discover mechanisms of bacterial DNA repair.

lethal congenital contracture syndrome, characterized by fetal immobility and leading invariably to pre-natal death, may be caused by mutations in chromosome 9.

mutations in the CNDP1 gene may cause carnosinemia, a rare metabolic disorder with diverse neurological problems, such as hypotonia, tremors and seizures, neuronal degeneration and mental retardation.

Exploring the Mutation Film and Genetic Concepts

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