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📚 Glossary Term

Mutation

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Definition A change in genetic information that can create new variation.

🧒 In Simple Words

A mutation is a change in inherited information.

📌 Example

A mutation can be harmful, helpful, or neutral depending on its effects.

âœī¸ Use It in a Sentence

"The lesson explained how a mutation can introduce new variation."

🔗 Related Terms

GeneVariationNatural Selection