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Yes they can. Such changes are called mutations. They can be caused by the environment, e.g. by various radiations and chemicals. DNA is copied every time we make a new cell, and as it is an extremely complex process errors can occur, and these too are mutations.

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What is the amount of genes in an animal cell?

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Does every animal have genes like humans?

of course, it how the animal appears or act


What animal has the most genes?

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