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In the gametes.
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How are mutations passed down from parent to offspring?
Mutations can be passed from parent to offspring only by mutations found in genes. These genetic mutations can be hereditary. Chromosomal mutations only occur in one person and cannot be passed on to the offspring.
Can mutations be passed from parent to offspring How?
Yes mutations can be passed from parent to offspring. If a parent has a certain gene that is mutated then there is a possibility that the child may inherit it.
True False All mutations can be passed on from a parent to an offspring?
Only mutations which occur in the gametes. Mutations in somatic cells ( body) are not passed on to offspring. Example: A mutation in skin cells leads to skin cancer, but this cannot be passed on to offspring.
Body cell mutations cannot be passed on to offspring. This is because body cells do not contribute genetic material to?
sex cells
How does a mutation in a sex cell differ from a mutation in a non-sex cell?
Mutations in sex cells can be passed on to children. Mutations in sex cells only affect offspring. Mutations in sex cells do not affect the organism.
How are mutations passed down from parent to offspring?
Mutations can be passed from parent to offspring only by mutations found in genes. These genetic mutations can be hereditary. Chromosomal mutations only occur in one person and cannot be passed on to the offspring.
Can mutations be passed from parent to offspring How?
Yes mutations can be passed from parent to offspring. If a parent has a certain gene that is mutated then there is a possibility that the child may inherit it.
Adaptation and change is dependent upon mutations and random genetic combinations passed to offspring?
no
What kind of cells will a change in the genetic code be passed on?
Mutations in the genetic code that can be passed on to offspring occur in the gametes; the sperm and egg cells.
What is it called when genetic molecules is passed from parent to offspring?
chromosomes
What is the genetic information that is passed from a parent to its offspring found in?
DNA molecules
What is the genetic information that is passed from a parent to its offspring is found in?
DNA molecules
What is a genetic characteristic that is passed down from parent its offspring?
INHERITED for A~plus
Are all mutations passed on to your children?
No, not all mutations are passed on to children. Mutations can occur in the DNA of reproductive cells (eggs and sperm) and if they are present in those cells, they can be passed on to the next generation. However, most mutations occur in non-reproductive cells and are not passed on to offspring.
Why is heredity important?
it's a genetic trait that is passed down from the parent to there offspring.
What are characteristics passed from parent to offspring called?
genetic traits
What are the causes of hereditary diseases?
Genetic mutations passed from parent to child cause hereditary disease.
