Which statement about somatic mutations is true? A. They exist in all the cells of the body. B. They are acquired through exposure to mutagens. C. They are inherited via sperm and egg cells. D. They are passed on to offspring.

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Giuliana Mercado

Biology

8 December, 05:29

Which statement about somatic mutations is true? A. They exist in all the cells of the body. B. They are acquired through exposure to mutagens. C. They are inherited via sperm and egg cells. D. They are passed on to offspring.

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Keaton Colon · Answer 1

Somatic mutations are acquired through exposure to mutagens

Explanation:

When a mutation is acquired by non-germline cells, it is called somatic mutation. They are inherited nor pass from parents to offspring

Frederick · Answer 2

A. They exist in all the cells of the body.

Explanation:

Somatic mutation occurs during DNA replication that precedes mitotic division. All descending cells are affected, but they can be located only in a small part of the body. Somatic mutations are the cause of certain cancers. They are not usually passed on to offspring. An example of somatic mutation is heterochromia.