CHILD DEVELOPMENT PEDAGOGY

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GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is an example of a beneficial mutation?
A
When an organism’s lifespan becomes shorter.
B
When an organism becomes unable to reproduce.
C
When an organism’s body becomes deformed.
D
When an organism develops immunity to a disease.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Examples of beneficial mutations in humans include: Mutations protecting humans from developing atherosclerosis (a dangerous build-up of fatty material in the blood vessels) Mutations in red blood cell genes have shown to provide up to 40% better protection against a severe form of malaria.

Detailed explanation-2: -one that changes the color of a rabbit, allowing it to hide from predators. one that results in lighter flower petal colors without changing the plant’s ability to reproduce.

Detailed explanation-3: -Most gene mutations have no effect on health. And the body can repair many mutations. Some mutations are even helpful. For example, people can have a mutation that protects them from heart disease or gives them harder bones.

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