A eukaryotic gene, which does not normally undergo splicing, was exposed to benzopyrene, a known carcinogen and
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A eukaryotic gene, which does not normally undergo splicing, was exposed to benzopyrene, a known carcinogen and mutagen. Following exposure, the protein encoded by the gene was shorter than before exposure. Which of the following types of genetic rearrangements or mutations was likely introduced by the mutagen?
(A) Silent mutation
(B) Missense mutation
(C) Nonsense mutation
(D) Duplication
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The Princeton Review AP Biology Premium Prep 2023
ISBN: 9780593450659
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