Botany-DNA Structure
NEET Botany DNA Structure Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 12
Assertion (A): DNA polymorphism is more likely to be observed in non-coding regions of DNA. | Reason (R): Mutations in non-coding regions do not affect an individual's reproductive ability immediately.
A
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
B
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C
A is true but R is false.
D
A is false.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The NCERT context states that DNA polymorphism is more likely in non-coding regions because mutations there do not immediately impact reproductive ability, allowing them to accumulate.
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