Which Statement Concerning Somatic Mutations or Germline Mutations Is True

question 94

Multiple Choice

Which statement concerning somatic mutations or germline mutations is true?

• A) Somatic mutations occur during sex cell formation.
• B) Germline mutations occur during mitosis.
• C) Somatic mutations are passed on to sexually produced offspring.
• D) Germline mutations are passed on to gametes.
• E) Germline mutations are always lethal.

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