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You can probably get a better idea from Wikipedia's article on Mutations: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mutation

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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.


What kinds of mutations can be passed on to offspring?

Heritable mutations.


Do mutations occur in a body cell can be passed on to an offspring?

Mutations in body cells are not typically passed on to offspring because they occur in somatic cells, which are not involved in reproduction. However, mutations in germ cells (sperm or egg) can be passed on to offspring.


The mutations that breeders induce in organisms are passed on to the organisms?

offspring


Can mutations be passed from parent to offspring How?

Yes, mutations can be passed from parent to offspring through genetic inheritance. Mutations are changes in the DNA sequence that can be inherited if they occur in the germline cells (sperm or egg cells) of an individual. These mutations can then be passed on to future generations.


How are genetic mutations passed from parent to offspring?

Genetic mutations can be passed from parent to offspring through the transfer of the mutated DNA sequence from one generation to the next during reproduction. These mutations can occur randomly or be inherited from either parent. Offspring inherit a combination of genetic material from both parents, which can include mutated genes.


Why are most mutations not passed to offspring?

They are only passed on if they are in the reproductive system cells.


Why are most mutations not passed on to offspring?

They are only passed on if they are in the reproductive system cells.


Can a germ mutation be passed on to offspring?

Sometimes. It really depends on what it is.


Mutation that occurs in gametes and can be passed to the offspring are what?

Germline mutations are changes that occur in the DNA of an organism's gametes (sperm or egg cells) and can be passed on to their offspring. These mutations are present in every cell of the resulting offspring's body.


How do mutation get transferred to offspring?

DNA mutations can pass from parents to off spring only if the mutation occurs in the sex cells (eggs and sperm).


Can mutation be passed along to human offspring through meiosis and mitosis?

Yes, mutations can be passed along to human offspring through both meiosis and mitosis. Mutations that occur in the germ cells during meiosis can be passed on to offspring, while mutations that occur in somatic cells during mitosis can potentially lead to a mosaic pattern of mutated and normal cells in an individual.