What is the difference between acquired and inherited mutations?
What will be an ideal response?
An acquired mutation is one that occurs in an organism after birth and throughout its
life. It can be caused by, for example, too much exposure to radiation, which, over time, can
cause a mutation or series of mutations that can lead to cancer. An inherited mutation is one in
the germ line that can be passed from parent to offspring. For example, a person that has a gene
that expresses a mutation for color blindness can be passed on from a parent to a child.
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What will be an ideal response?