Mutations are changes in DNA structure or amount. Nonsense mutations are single base substitutions that change a codon to a stop codon, resulting in a shorter mRNA strand and truncated protein. Nonsense mutations cause genetic diseases like cystic fibrosis, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, beta thalassemia, and Hurler syndrome. Whenever there is a change in the structure […]
Nonsense syllables are meaningless but pronounceable combinations of letters, commonly used in cognitive psychology experiments. They have association values that measure the level of meaning people assign to them. Nonsense syllables are studied in relation to human learning and memory, including foreign name learning and infant language acquisition. A nonsense syllable is a string of […]
A gibberish is a meaningless syllable or group of syllables that can be pronounced according to phonetic rules. They are used in literature, poetry, and sometimes given meaning intentionally. Individuals with aphasia may mix gibberish with their speech. A gibberish is a syllable or group of syllables that can be pronounced according to the phonetic […]
Nonsense poetry can be found in nursery rhymes and limericks, and refers to any poetry that is nonsensical in nature. It is often lighthearted and written to entertain children. Popular writers of nonsense poetry include Lewis Carroll, Edward Lear, Roald Dahl, and Dr. Seuss. Nonsense poetry can also include poems and riddles that make perfect […]
