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a) Section 1
b) Section 2
c) Section 3
d) Section 4
15. Which of the following factors alter allele frequencies that bring about the most
evolutionary change?
a) Indiscriminating intraspecific mating
b) Inbreeding
c) DNA replication
d) Genetic drift
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16. a). Briefly differentiate gene mutation from chromosomal mutation.
(4)
b). Describe the structure of the messenger RNA.
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17. With the aid of suitable diagram, briefly describe the process of mitotic division in a
eukaryotic cell with emphasis on the changes taking place on the chromosome?
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18. a). With the use of suitable diagrams, discuss the process of gene deletion, duplication,
inversion and translocation in chromosomal mutations.
(8)
b). With reference to chromosomal mutation, number of chromosomes and phenotypic
expression, discuss Fragile X Syndrome genetic disorder.
(7)
19. Using suitable molecular diagrams discuss the structure of the DNA double helix, including
its subunits and the way in which they are bonded together indicating the antiparallel
arrangements of the polynucleotide strands.
(15}
20. With the use of appropriate diagram, discuss the role of transposons, transposase and
resolvases in gene recombination. Why are transposons referred to as important genetic
materials?
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