Match the type of mutation with its effect: Somatic mutations | Increase chances of survival and reproduction; Beneficial mutations | Major changes that may lead to death; Neutral... Match the type of mutation with its effect: Somatic mutations | Increase chances of survival and reproduction; Beneficial mutations | Major changes that may lead to death; Neutral mutations | Confined to one individual; Chromosomal mutations | Neither negative nor positive effects. Read more

Understand the Problem

The question is asking us to match different types of mutations with their respective effects, indicating what each mutation type generally leads to in terms of survival and reproduction.

More Information

Somatic mutations are confined to the individual as they occur in non-reproductive cells. Beneficial mutations aid in evolution by enhancing survival and reproduction. Neutral mutations have negligible effects. Chromosomal mutations can lead to significant changes or even lethality due to alteration in chromosome structure.

Tips

Confusing somatic and chromosomal mutations can lead to misunderstanding. Remember that somatic affects only the individual, while chromosomal can have severe consequences.

Sources

• The effects of mutations - Understanding Evolution - evolution.berkeley.edu
• 4.10: Mutation Effects - Biology LibreTexts - bio.libretexts.org