0654.B17.1.04 — Describe mutation as a genetic change: past paper questions
Real questions on 0654.b17.1.04 — describe mutation as a genetic change
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- 0973/31 · May/June 2026 · Q4b(i)[2]
(i) The desert pupfish genes have changed to allow them to survive in extreme conditions. Complete the sentences to describe the changes to genes. Choose words from the list. alleles heterozygous monohybrids mutations offspring Genetic changes Called .......... These genetic changes sometimes make new alternative forms...
See it on the paper → - 0973/41 · May/June 2024 · Q7b(iii)[1]
Cancer is the result of a mutation in cells. Define the term mutation.
See it on the paper → - 0973/41 · May/June 2023 · Q7b(i)[1]
Define the term mutation.
See it on the paper → - 0973/41 · May/June 2022 · Q4d[1]
State the term given to a change in a gene or chromosome.
See it on the paper → - 0973/42 · May/June 2021 · Q7e[1]
A mutation is a change in a chromosome. State one factor that increases the rate of mutation in cells.
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What examiners said
Many candidates were able to define a mutation, although some responses lacked enough detail to be awarded a mark.
— Examiner report, May/June 2023, 0973/41 Q7(b)(i) (Cambridge)
Most candidates were unable to state that a change in a gene or chromosome is a mutation, no other response was credited.
— Examiner report, May/June 2022, 0973/41 Q4(d) (Cambridge)
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