Scientists develop a genetically modified plant species that has a nonfunctional protein. The protein is necessary for the plant to use nitrogen. The species has a single mutation in a gene. What does this tell us about the relationship between DNA and proteins? (1 point) Responses Mutations in DNA are always harmful to organisms. Mutations in DNA are always harmful to organisms. Proteins are not related to DNA. Proteins are not related to DNA. Changes in DNA can affect protein function. Changes in DNA can affect protein function. Nitrogen is vital for plant species survival.

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The correct response is: Changes in DNA can affect protein function.

This statement accurately reflects the relationship between DNA and proteins, as mutations in DNA can lead to alterations in protein structure and function, which in this case affects the plant's ability to use nitrogen.