Biology

Teagan Harper

2 September, 03:39

The process of evolution, or genetic change over time, has resulted in the wide variety of living things that exist today. In what ways do mutations play a part in the processes involved in the evolution of species?

a

Many mutations that occur will spread quickly throughout a population, creating new species.

b

Some mutations are contagious and lethal, which can lead to the extinction of a population.

c

If the mutation is beneficial, it will become more prevalent in the population's genes over time.

d

Any mutations that occurs may affect the population's gene pool that is already established.