Question

which statements about mutations are true? check all that apply. mutations cannot be passed from generation to generation. mutations are rare. mutations are always harmful. germline mutations occur in body cells. most forms of cancer are caused by somatic mutations. done

Explanation:

• Mutations can be passed from generation to generation (e.g., germline mutations). So the statement "Mutations cannot be passed from generation to generation" is false.
• Mutations are rare events in the genome.
• Mutations are not always harmful. Some can be neutral or even beneficial (e.g., in evolution). So "Mutations are always harmful" is false.
• Germline mutations occur in gametes (sperm and egg cells), not body cells. Somatic mutations occur in body cells. So "Germline mutations occur in body cells" is false.
• Most forms of cancer are caused by somatic mutations (mutations in body cells that lead to uncontrolled cell growth).

Answer:

Mutations are rare. ; Most forms of cancer are caused by somatic mutations.