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Cat Color Mutations


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Cat Color Mutations. A mutation is simply a change in the dna sequence within a gene. Mutations in the agouti gene, as well as other genes related to coat color and pattern, can result in an array of fascinating.

Unique Cat Breeds The Role of Mutations
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Coloration is a physical trait of cats that is visible, is not associated with disease conditions (with some exceptions), and that has been desirable since the beginning. A mutation is simply a change in the dna sequence within a gene. Mutations of the gene for black give rise to chocolate and cinnamon.

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Unique Cat Breeds The Role of Mutations

These colors are thought to be due to a smaller number of eumelanin granules in the hair shaft. Mutations of the gene for black give rise to chocolate and cinnamon. A mutation is simply a change in the dna sequence within a gene. Coloration is a physical trait of cats that is visible, is not associated with disease conditions (with some exceptions), and that has been desirable since the beginning.

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