Can mutations occur in both DNA and RNA nucleic acids?

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Biology

Broderick Franklin

2 May, 10:47

Can mutations occur in both DNA and RNA nucleic acids?

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Sincere Skinner · Answer 1

Yes

Explanation:

All mutations will be passed onto new cells through DNA replication, and all RNA made from that DNA will also have the mutation. If the mutation occurs in sperm or egg cells, those mutations will also be passed on to the organism's offspring.

Helena Farrell · Answer 2

Yes, but RNA mutations are only temporary, where DNA mutations last longer.