QUESTION IMAGE
Question
when a new mutation occur in a somatic cell (makes up body cells expect for reproductive cells), what percentage of an individual offspring are likely to inherit the mutation. 0% 25% 75% 100% clear my selection
Brief Explanations
Somatic cells are not involved in reproduction. Offspring inherit genetic material from gametes (reproductive cells). A mutation in a somatic cell cannot be passed to offspring.
Snap & solve any problem in the app
Get step-by-step solutions on Sovi AI
Photo-based solutions with guided steps
Explore more problems and detailed explanations
0%