Mutations can be beneficial, neutral, or harmful in an organism, changing their fitness in a population. Which of these scenarios model how mutations can be detrimental to an organism? (1 point)
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A litter of lion cubs is born with claws that do not retract, allowing faster running speeds.
A litter of lion cubs is born with claws that do not retract, allowing faster running speeds.
A school of fish has an individual with increased gill surface for gas exchange.
A school of fish has an individual with increased gill surface for gas exchange.
A clutch of turtles has an individual with a reduced shell hardness.
A clutch of turtles has an individual with a reduced shell hardness.
A litter of six kittens has one kitten that exhibits blue eye color.
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The scenario that models how mutations can be detrimental to an organism is: A clutch of turtles has an individual with reduced shell hardness. This mutation could make the turtle more vulnerable to predators or environmental stresses, decreasing its fitness in the population.