genetic mutations
Hereditary code alterations
Genetic mutations are changes in DNA sequence that alter the genetic code.
They range from single-letter substitutions to large chromosomal rearrangements.
Some mutations cause disease, some confer advantages, and most have no noticeable effect.
Mutation is the raw material of evolution—without it, natural selection would have nothing to act upon.
The cancer was caused by genetic mutations in tumor suppressor genes.
- DNA damageInjury to genetic material
- double helixTwo intertwined spirals
- radiationEnergy propagation through space
- random chanceUncontrolled probability
- genetic disorderAbnormality in inherited code
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Outside forces shaping outcomes
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