Question

question 1
10 points
a mutation in the gene for insulin results in a protein with a drastically distorted three - dimensional shape. what is the most likely outcome?
a the insulin protein will not function properly.
b other proteins will be mutated to replace it.
c there will be no effect; the shape is rarely important.
d the effect will be minor, and the protein will mostly function.
e none of the above.

Explanation:

The function of a protein is highly dependent on its three - dimensional shape. A drastically distorted shape due to a gene mutation will likely prevent the insulin protein from functioning properly. Other proteins don't mutate to replace a malfunctioning one in this way, and shape is crucial for protein function.

Answer:

A. The insulin protein will not function properly.