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What is a temperature-sensitive mutation? Why are temperature-sensitive mutations useful for uncovering the function of a gene?
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A temperature-sensitive mutation is a type of genetic mutation that results in a gene product (such as a protein) that is functional at a permissive temperature but becomes non-functional or less functional at a restrictive temperature. This type of mutation Show more…
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