Minerals are naturally-formed substances that have a specific chemical properties: abiogenic (minerals are not produced by or derived from living organisms, non-organic in origin), stable at room temperature (i.e. at 25 degrees C)
, are represented by a known chemical formula
, have an ordered atomic arrangement/structure. Coal is not classified as a mineral because it is an organic substance. Correct answer: D (coal is formed from the remains of dead plants and animals).
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Hemophilia is a disease that is characterized by an abnormal blood clotting process. There are many different proteins that are involved in the clotting process and a single mutation or change in one of them could result in serious effects. Hemophilia is characterized by an abnormal version of one of the many proteins involved in the clotting process, the proteins that are commonly affected are the coagulation factor 8 or 9 (VIII or IX). These abnormal proteins are caused by a mutation in the gene (within the DNA) that codifies for the production of each protein. In other words, a mutation in the part of the DNA, (gene F8) will lead to a dysfunctional coagulation factor VIII and a mutation in the gene F9 will lead to a dysfunctional coagulation factor IX. Importantly, these mutations could be inherited and could cause hemophilia. Therefore, an error in the DNA and subsequently, an error in the protein will cause hemophilia. Finally, it is important to mention that there are other types of hemophilia that are not caused by the above-mentioned mutations, such as acquired hemophilia.
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Fruit in formulations allows unparalleled versatility, functioning as either a main ingredient, an inclusion, a flavorant, or as a healthful sweetener.
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Genetic alteration probably refers to altering the DNA sequence present in the genes of chromosomes.
Explanation:
Genetic alternation occurs when the DNA of an organism gets altered due to any circumstance. Even a change in a single nucleotide can have devastating effects on the organism. It can occur due to mutations or physical factors like radiation, UV etc. Genetic alternations can be useful as well as harmful. Genetic alternation is also a source due to which variations might arise in a population and hence, it leads to biodiversity.
