How many reading frames are there? When a mutation occurs that changes the reading frame of a gene it is called a important that a gene be read in frame? mutation. Why is it so

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∻Answer∻ ⚹ There are 6 reading frames in total. A mutation that changes the reading frame of a gene is called a frameshift mutation. It is important for a gene to be read in frame to ensure the correct protein is produced. ⚹ ∻Solution∻ ‖ a ⋮ There are 3 reading frames for each strand of DNA, making a total of 6 reading frames (3 on the forward strand and 3 on the reverse strand). ‖‖ b ⋮ A mutation that changes the reading frame of a gene is called a frameshift mutation. ‖‖ c ⋮ It is crucial for a gene to be read in frame because the reading frame determines the grouping of nucleotides into codons, which in turn determines the sequence of amino acids in the protein. A shift in the reading frame can result in a completely different and usually nonfunctional protein. ‖ ∻Key Concept∻ ⚹ Reading frames and frameshift mutations ⚹ ∻Explanation∻ ⚹ The reading frame is the way nucleotides in DNA or RNA are grouped into codons, each of which codes for a specific amino acid. A frameshift mutation alters the grouping, leading to incorrect protein synthesis. ⚹◊What is the significance of maintaining the correct reading frame during gene expression in biology?⍭ Generate me a similar question◊

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