Chapter 21, Problem 21.50E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The result of a genetic mutation that causes the $\text{mRNA}$ sequence $\text{GCC}$ to be replaced by $\text{CCC}$ is to be predicted.

Concept introduction:

Genetic mutation is defined as the permanent change in $\text{DNA}$ that causes diversity in organisms. Some alteration occurs naturally during $\text{DNA}$ replication, while others can be induced by environmental factors such as ultraviolet light, gamma rays, and $\text{X-}$ rays.