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Solutions For An Introduction to Genetic Analysis Chapter 16 Problem 25P

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Yes, this compound is expected to be mutagenic, that is, it is capable of inducing mutations.

It will cause C.G to T.A transitions at DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) level.

This is a point mutation.

The base is replaced by the base of same category. Here, mutations are caused by substitution of a pyrimidine for a pyrimidine and substitution for a purine for a purine.

Hence, the transitions do not result in the alterations in the amino acids. They remain as silent mutations.

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