Question

question 3 of 10
an individual develops a mutation that leads to pigment loss. the individual
later has offspring with another individual.
which sentence describes the mutation?
a. if it occurred in all of the individuals gametes, it wont occur in the
offspring.
b. if it occurred in a somatic cell, it can be passed to the offspring.
c. if it occurred in only one parents gamete, the offspring cannot
inherit it.
d. if it occurred in a gamete, it can be passed to the offspring.

Explanation:

Mutations in gametes (reproductive cells) can be inherited by offspring. Somatic cell mutations (non - reproductive cells) are not passed on. If a mutation is in all gametes, it can be passed. If in one parent's gamete, offspring can inherit it. So, only option D is correct.

Answer:

D. If it occurred in a gamete, it can be passed to the offspring.