M6: Mutations and How they Affect Organisms Flashcards
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1
Q
What are somatic mutations?
A
non-reproductive, not inherited by offspring of affected and result of errors prior to mitosis that were not repaired in G2
2
Q
What are Germline Mutations?
A
reproductive body cells that can be inherited by offspring. It is a gamete carrying mutation that fused with anitehr gamete to form embryo and then replicated in every cell
