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defined:
A type of chromosomal abnormality in which a DNA sequence is inserted into a gene, disrupting the normal structure and function of that gene.
explained:
Listen to a detailed explanation. Dr. Anthony Wynshaw-Boris defines insertion.
illustrated:
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relatedterms:
chromosome, deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA), gene, mutation
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