Mutations and Their Effects
Investigating different types of mutations and their potential impact on an organism's phenotype.
Key Questions
- Differentiate between gene mutations and chromosomal mutations.
- Explain how mutations can lead to new alleles and genetic variation.
- Analyze the potential beneficial, harmful, or neutral effects of mutations.
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