Asked by caysen

How are mutations and meiosis similar?(1 point)
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They both always sort genetic information in the gametes.
They both always sort genetic information in the gametes.

They both can only originate through the process of reproduction.
They both can only originate through the process of reproduction.

They both impact the phenotypes of somatic cells.
They both impact the phenotypes of somatic cells.

They both can pass on genetic variations that can be inherited.

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
They both can pass on genetic variations that can be inherited.

Explanation: Mutations create new genetic variants, and meiosis (via independent assortment and crossing-over) reshuffles and produces new combinations of alleles; both processes can contribute heritable variation in offspring.