A mutation in a gene often results in a reduction of the product of that gene.The term for this type of mutation is ________.
A)incomplete dominance
B)loss of function or null in the case of complete loss
C)codominance
D)multiple allelism
E)gain of function

Question

A mutation in a gene often results in a reduction of the product of that gene.The term for this type of mutation is ________.
A)incomplete dominance
B)loss of function or null in the case of complete loss 
C)codominance
D)multiple allelism
E)gain of function

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A mutation that results in a reduction or loss of function of a gene is called a loss of function mutation. In the case of complete loss of function, it is referred to as a null mutation.

A Mutation in a Gene Often Results in a Reduction