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Which of the following statements is true?
Only somatic mutations are important to evolution because they can be inherited.
Acquired mutations are passed down from parent to offspring.
O Hereditary mutations are caused by external factors, such as radiation.
O Mutations are the most fundamental way to add new genes to a gene pool.

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mgbdub2004

Answer: A,B, and C.) Only somatic mutations are important to evolution because they can be inherited. Acquired mutations are passed down from parent to offspring. Hereditary mutations are caused by external factors, such as radiation.

Explanation:

luisvaschetto

The true statement is: Mutations are the most fundamental way to add new genes to a gene pool.

  • A mutation is any alteration in the genetic material (i.e. nucleotide sequence) of the genome of an organism.  

  • Mutations can be caused by both external (e.g., UV light) and endogenous (e.g., oxidative DNA damage) factors.

  • Mutation can be divided into somatic (body) cells and germline (gamete) cells. Only germline mutations can be inherited and pass from parents to offspring.

  • Acquired mutations are genetic alterations that are not present in the zygote, but are acquired sometime later in life. This type of mutation is involved in the development of cancer.

  • Mutations are the raw material on which natural selection operates, thus being the most important cause of evolutionary novelty.

In conclusion, mutations represent the most important source of genetic variability and a fundamental way to add new genes to a gene pool.  

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