point mutation

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Synonyms: point mutations

Antonyms: point mutations

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|genetics}} A mutation that involves the [[replacement]], [[addition]] or [[deletion]] of a small number of [[base]]s (especially just one) at a specific [[site]] within a [[gene]].

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