How Did the Discovery of Genetic Mutation Contribute to the Modern

question 73

Multiple Choice

How did the discovery of genetic mutation contribute to the modern synthesis of evolution?

• A) It explained patterns of inheritance
• B) It demonstrated the true structure of DNA
• C) It provided a mechanism by which genetic variation could be generated
• D) It showed why reproductive success can vary among individuals
• E) It illustrated that many more young are produced than can survive

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