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Which of these best explains how mutation can be beneficial to an organism?
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What is a mutation and explain when a mutation is beneficial?
A mutation is a permanent change in the DNA sequence of a gene. This can be beneficial if the change gives a new function to or improves the function of that gene. The above is a definition. But one must really define "beneficial". Some regard it as beneficial if it helps the specific individual who has it. Others would think it beneficial if it produced some survival advantage that insured more descendents for that individual. It is the difference between a mutation that allowed for greater athletic ability, but a decreased desire for offspring, versus a more moderate athletic enhancement, but a greater desire for offspring. The small percentage of ways to improve an organism, versus the near infinite ways of harming the organism, mean that most mutations are not going to be beneficial. At best, they will be "inconsequential" - such as a new shade of eye color, or a mole on a section of your skin. The populist notion of "powers" that can come from mutations is wildly inaccurate. Even assuming a minor power like the ability to see infra red radiation would take thousands upon thousands of mutations over vast amounts of time. A mutation for blindness is far more likely. It should also be noted that the traditional model of evolutionary theory no longer applies to man. We don't allow changes in our environment, and without such changes, there is no need for one trait more than another to predominate. After all, it is irrelevent that a mutation might allow for greater speed in running, when everyone drives a car.
What describes a single organism?
Unicellular best describes a one celled organism.
How does adaptaion help an organism?
Adaptation allows the organism to become best suited for its environment!
Which event best indicates that evolution is still taking place?
Mutation in fruit flies
Which organism is best viewed by a microscope?
paramecium
What describes adaptation of organism?
A trait that is beneficial to survival.
Which statement best explains why a living organism in a wet mount moves into and out of focus within the field of view of a microscope?
The organism moves to different levels in the wet mount.
What is the importance of mutations to life on earth?
Mutation in it self, serves as the way a species adapts. Mutations can be natural or man-made/influenced. "The strong survive" that is the most important thing about mutation. But for a species to adapt it is necessary to have a diverse genetic population. When the environment changes the part of the population best adapted to the new circumstances propagate and survive best. But in general a member of a species is often able to adapt its genetics to an environmental situation. For example when people who live on sea level move to higher regions, then in a few generations the people adapt to the new environment (thinner air, less oxygen). These changes can be genetic, but not necessarily the product of evolution.
What is a mutation and explain when a mutation is beneficial?
A mutation is a permanent change in the DNA sequence of a gene. This can be beneficial if the change gives a new function to or improves the function of that gene. The above is a definition. But one must really define "beneficial". Some regard it as beneficial if it helps the specific individual who has it. Others would think it beneficial if it produced some survival advantage that insured more descendents for that individual. It is the difference between a mutation that allowed for greater athletic ability, but a decreased desire for offspring, versus a more moderate athletic enhancement, but a greater desire for offspring. The small percentage of ways to improve an organism, versus the near infinite ways of harming the organism, mean that most mutations are not going to be beneficial. At best, they will be "inconsequential" - such as a new shade of eye color, or a mole on a section of your skin. The populist notion of "powers" that can come from mutations is wildly inaccurate. Even assuming a minor power like the ability to see infra red radiation would take thousands upon thousands of mutations over vast amounts of time. A mutation for blindness is far more likely. It should also be noted that the traditional model of evolutionary theory no longer applies to man. We don't allow changes in our environment, and without such changes, there is no need for one trait more than another to predominate. After all, it is irrelevent that a mutation might allow for greater speed in running, when everyone drives a car.
Which statement best explains the observation that clones produced from the same organism may not be identical?
gene expression can be influed by the environment
Ask us of the following best explains why buying a house is more beneficial than renting?
"Buying is a personal investment while renting involves giving money to the landlord"
What statement best explains why fluid is deflected?
The Coriolis effect best explains why fluid is deflected.
How did unicellular organisms evolve on earth?
My best guess is when anything reproduces mutations may occur in the DNA. Some mutation happened in the DNA and the unicellular organism to start replicating itself. (We see call this mitosis) The mutation turned out to be a good thing and helped the organism survive, later generations through more mutations started orientating the cells into a specific shape... making a whip like tail so it could propel itself forward and so on and so on
What is the best Pokemon nature in Pokemon Diamond?
The best nature is the Beneficial Nature. It's really hard to get. None of my Pokemon have the Beneficial Nature.
What best explains the role of a catalyst in a chemical reaction?
The phenomenon which best explains the role of catalyst in a reaction is that the catalyst lowers the Energy of Activation :)
Which best explains what a synthesis paragraph is?
A paragraph that explains the ideas that two texts share. (apex)
What is a word that explains the word ''see''?
There are a number of synonyms for 'see' but the word that explains in best is perceive.
