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CAIE IGCSE Biology 18.1.9 Gene Mutation as a Random DNA Change

Practise describing a gene mutation precisely as a random change in the base sequence of DNA.

Syllabus
2026–2028
Course
Biology 0610

Exam points

  • describe a gene mutation as a random change in the base sequence of DNA
  • reject definitions involving chromosome number, amino acid sequence or random fertilisation

18.1.9—Gene mutation as a random change question 1

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Mitosis and meiosis are both important processes for life.

Mutations are a source of genetic variation in a population.

Describe what is meant by a gene mutation.

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