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DNA Mutations

Question 2 • WI-Grade 8 Life Science A

Why can't organisms control genetic mutations?

Answer
A
because mutations only happen in laboratories
B
because mutations are random, unplanned changes
C
because mutations are usually harmful to organisms
D
because mutations are controlled by organisms' environment

Explanation

Mutations are changes in genetic material that occur randomly rather than according to an organism’s needs or plans. Organisms therefore cannot choose when or where a mutation happens. The correct choice is “because mutations are random, unplanned changes.”

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