NEET Biology question

Which of the following type of mutation involves the reverse order of genes in a chromosome?

(A)Deletion
(B)Duplication
(C)InversionCorrect
(D)Reciprocal translocation

Answer: (C)

Solution

An inversion is the chromosomal mutation in which a segment breaks and rejoins after 180° rotation, reversing the order of genes within that segment. Deletion (a) removes a segment entirely, duplication

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