Question
Bacteria exposed to UV light have a higher rate of mutation than those that have not been exposed. Researchers claim that these mutations cause genetic variations among the bacteria.
Is this conclusion supported by the evidence?
(1 point)
Responses
No, because a higher rate of mutation does not translate to genetic variations.
No, because a higher rate of mutation does not translate to genetic variations.
Yes, but only if the mutations do not affect bacteria’s survival.
Yes, but only if the mutations do not affect bacteria’s survival.
Yes, because UV light is a known mutagen that can alter DNA.
Yes, because UV light is a known mutagen that can alter DNA.
No because UV light only affects cellular functions, not genetic structures.
Is this conclusion supported by the evidence?
(1 point)
Responses
No, because a higher rate of mutation does not translate to genetic variations.
No, because a higher rate of mutation does not translate to genetic variations.
Yes, but only if the mutations do not affect bacteria’s survival.
Yes, but only if the mutations do not affect bacteria’s survival.
Yes, because UV light is a known mutagen that can alter DNA.
Yes, because UV light is a known mutagen that can alter DNA.
No because UV light only affects cellular functions, not genetic structures.
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Yes, because UV light is a known mutagen that can alter DNA.