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Wow, good question. I might have the answer to it though!!! Just like a human, it depends on how the DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) was replicated. For example, if the original DNA's sequence was ATTCGCGCATCA, and the replication had an error, such as: an extra base (letter) was added, one base is missing, the bases were switched up, one base could be changed, etc. The list can go on for ages! The same could happen for a gorilla. All living things have DNA inside them. When the DNA replicates, there is a chance that an error could occur. Some of these errors cause living organisms to be born without limbs, arms, ears, facial defects, etc. If you would like to learn specific defects, or mutations, ask your local zoo keepers at the zoo, go online, or ask an animal specialist. I hope that my answer helped you!

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