Evolution and Genetic Mutations

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According to evolutionary theory, what is the source of new information?

  • Mutations in the DNA code (correct)
  • Genetic drift
  • Natural selection
  • DNA replication

What is the result of a copying error during DNA replication?

  • Natural selection
  • Mutation (correct)
  • Genetic drift
  • Genetic variation

What does evolutionary theory propose about mutations in DNA?

  • They make existing information more accurate
  • They have no effect on genetic information
  • They lead to a loss of genetic information
  • They introduce new information and make more information (correct)

What is the term for the introduction of new genetic information through DNA mutations?

<p>Mutation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between mutations and DNA replication?

<p>Mutations occur during DNA replication (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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