2. How is it possible for a mutation not to have any significance?

Biology

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2. How is it possible for a mutation not to have any significance?
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A mutation may not have any significance if it occurs in a non-coding region of DNA or if it does not alter the function of the protein that it codes for. Additionally, some mutations may be silent, meaning they do not result in a change in the amino acid sequence of the protein.

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Mutations are changes in the DNA sequence that can occur spontaneously or as a result of exposure to mutagens such as radiation or chemicals. Mutations...
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