Mutation Is the Only Source of New Genetic Material

question 40

True/False

Mutation is the only source of new genetic material.

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Definitions:

Sedatives

Substances used to induce sedation by reducing irritability or excitement, often employed to facilitate a state of calm or sleep.

MAO Inhibitors

Antidepressant medications that work by inhibiting the enzyme monoamine oxidase, thus increasing levels of certain neurotransmitters in the brain and improving mood.

Opiates

A group of drugs derived from opium, used for their analgesic (pain-relieving) properties, but also known for their high potential for addiction.

Viral Infection

The invasion and multiplication of pathogenic viral agents within a host organism, leading to disease.