If a gene is changed in a way that causes a new trait to appear, it is referred to as:

A. dominant.

B. an allele.

OC. phenotypic.

D. recessive

E. a mutation.
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Question

If a gene is changed in a way that causes a new trait to appear, it is referred to as:

A. dominant.

B. an allele.

OC. phenotypic.

D. recessive

E. a mutation.
Isn’t this biology 😭😭😭😭

ShadowKid3 · Answer

A gene changed in a way that causes a new trait to appear is known as a mutation

ShadowKid3 · Answer

@shadowkid3 wrote:

A gene changed in a way that causes a new trait to appear is known as a mutation

A mutation in genetics refers to a permanent alteration or variation in the DNA sequence that makes up a particular gene. This change can result from errors that occur during DNA replication, exposure to mutagens such as radiation or certain chemicals, or as part of a naturally occurring process called genetic diversification. Mutations can have a wide range of effects, some of which may be benign, while others can be harmful or even lethal. They can also be inherited from one generation to the next, and can play a role in the development of diseases and other genetic disorders.