Each of the Following Commonly Affects Mutation Rates Except:​

question 149

Multiple Choice

Each of the following commonly affects mutation rates except:​

• A)​stress
• B)​radiation
• C)​antibiotics
• D)​fitness

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Definitions:

Adaptations

Modifications in structure, function, or behavior that make an organism better suited to its environment, enhancing its survival and reproduction.

Enlarged Leaf

A leaf that has grown larger than the typical size for the species, which can be a response to environmental factors or genetic mutations.

Prairie Dogs

Rodents of the genus Cynomys, known for their complex burrows and social structures; they play key ecological roles in North American grasslands.

Digestive Tracts

The series of hollow organs joined in a long, twisting tube from the mouth to the anus where digestion and nutrient absorption occur.