HEREDITY
MUTATIONS
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Question
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Which of the following is an example of a helpful mutation?
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Develops speed
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Develop a tumor
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Loses hearing
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Loses camflauge
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Hereditary mutations include cystic fibrosis, hemophilia, and sickle cell disease. Other mutations can happen on their own during a person’s life. These are called sporadic, spontaneous, or new mutations. They affect only some cells.
Detailed explanation-2: -There are several well-known examples of beneficial mutations. Here are just two: Mutations in many bacteria that allow them to survive in the presence of antibiotic drugs. The mutations lead to antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria.
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