Question

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what is the result of a mutation during meiosis?
a. the organism will not be able to live.
b. the organism will not be able to form some organs.
c. there will be silent mutations that have no effect.
d. the offspring of the organism will have a mutation.

Explanation:

Meiosis is the process by which gametes (sperm and eggs) are formed. If a mutation occurs during meiosis, it affects the genetic material of the gametes. When these gametes are involved in fertilization, the resulting offspring will inherit the mutation. A mutation during meiosis does not necessarily mean the organism itself (the parent) cannot live (eliminating A). It also doesn't directly lead to inability to form organs (eliminating B). While silent mutations (which have no effect on protein function) can occur, the question is about the general result of a mutation during meiosis. The key point is that meiosis produces gametes, and a mutation in gametes is passed to offspring.

Answer:

D. The offspring of the organism will have a mutation.