A point mutation:
A) always harms the cell that has one.
B) occurs at the end of chromosomes.
C) involves only one base or base pair.
D) cannot be repaired.
E) is a rare event.

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Point mutations involve the alteration of a single base pair in the DNA sequence, which distinguishes them from other types of mutations that might affect larger segments of chromosomes or involve multiple base pairs.

A Point Mutation