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Genetic Phenomena > Genetic Variation > Mutation > Mutation, Missense

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Mutation, Missense  

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  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A mutation in which a codon is mutated to one directing the incorporation of a different amino acid. This substitution may result in an inactive or unstable product. (From A Dictionary of Genetics, King & Stansfield, 5th ed)

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