As a microbiologist, I really think Several types of mutations exist. Some arise from the alteration of single pairs of nucleotides and from the addition or deletion of one nucleotide
pair in the coding regions of a gene.
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Yes, Indels are a thing, so is oxidative damage, and formation of a variety of nucleotide adducts... However that level of detail was not necessary given the intended audience of this post (non scientists).
Oh. I understand now. It is made for the whole entire steemit community. Sorry for any unintended shade.