Module 6 Flashcards
1
Q
What are mutations?
A
A sudden, significant random change in the base sequence in the genetic material of a cell
2
Q
What do mutations do?
A
Introduce variation into a population
3
Q
What is an organism affected by mutation called?
A
Mutant
4
Q
How many genes do mutations affect?
A
Single genes and number of chromosomes
5
Q
Mutation in somatic cells
A
Only in one organisms and is not inherited
6
Q
Mutation in gametes
A
Germ line mutation can be inherited or transmitted
