MCQ
Point mutation is a change which involves
  • A
    Loss of a gene
  • B
    Addition of a gene
  • C
    Deletion of a segment of a gene
  • Change in a base of a gene

Answer

Correct option: D.
Change in a base of a gene
d
It's Obvious

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