BIO 410 Wk 3 Discussion – Genetic Mutations

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.

Due Thursday

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

In Week Three the readings focused on gene regulation, genetic mutations, and genes in development. During the process of transcription, the genetic code is transferred from DNA to RNA. But what happens when there are mutations in the code?

Our DNA is subject to mutations on a daily basis. Why do most mutations that occur in the genome of organisms escape detection and not elicit a deleterious effect? Why does the child of someone with cancer not necessarily develop cancer? Is it reasonable to state that mutations are essential to the evolutionary process?

Due Monday

Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your responses.