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Mutation
Chapter Name : Principles Of Inheritance And Variation
Sub Topic Code : 103_12_05_05_01
Topic Name : Mutation
Sub Topic Name : Mutation
Introduction

Mutation is a random change in genetic material

Pre-Requisites:

Chromosomal theory of inheritance

Activity:

Representation of the process

Real Life Question:

Why do these mutations take place?

Key Words / FlashCards
Key Words Definitions (pref. in our own words)
Types of mutation Substitution Insertion Deletion Frameshift
Learning aids / Gadgets
Gadgets How it can be used
DDT resistance in insects Over a time , mutations helped insects to be DDT resistant
Places to visit :

Biology laboratory

Practical examples around us
Examples Explainations
What you learn in Theory:

What is mutation?

What you learn in Practice:

How does little mutation results in major changes in organisms?

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