Question

Do mutations in sex cells contribute to genetic variation?

(1 point)
Responses

No, the mutations cannot be passed to offspring and only affect the individual.
No, the mutations cannot be passed to offspring and only affect the individual.

Yes, these sex cell mutations lead to mutations in the somatic cells.
Yes, these sex cell mutations lead to mutations in the somatic cells.

No, the causes of sex cell mutations are outside the body and cannot alter DNA.
No, the causes of sex cell mutations are outside the body and cannot alter DNA.

Yes, the mutations can be passed on to offspring and contribute to variation in the population.

Answer 1

Yes, the mutations can be passed on to offspring and contribute to variation in the population.