Which of the Following Statements About Mutations Is False

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about mutations is false?

• A) Mutations are essential to variation within species.
• B) A mutation is a change in the genetic material of a cell or virus.
• C) Mutations are essential to evolution within species.
• D) Multicellular organisms evolve faster than unicellular organisms.
• E) A mutation in a single- celled organism is more likely to be passed to daughter cells than a multicellular organism.

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Definitions:

Spermarche

In boys, the development of sperm in the testicles.

Testicles

Male reproductive glands responsible for producing sperm and testosterone.

Puberty

The developmental stage in humans during which physical growth and sexual maturation occurs, leading to reproductive capability.

Puberty

The developmental stage during which a child's body transitions into an adult body capable of sexual reproduction.