Mutation

process · Biology · Level 8 · E4

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Senses of "Mutation":

Emergence definition

mutation emerges from gene + change.

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Wiktionary senses

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Historical origin

Origin word: mutation
Origin language: English

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Prerequisites

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Gene L7 (builds on)

Mutation builds on the principles established by gene.

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