Which statement is true about mutations?

Question

Some Animals Can Adapt or Mutate for Survival

a
Mutations can be caused by radiation.
b
Mutations are always harmful in plants.
c
Mutations are always beneficial.
d
Mutations only affect humans.

Answer 1

The true statement about mutations is:

a. Mutations can be caused by radiation.

Mutations can be caused by various factors, including environmental influences like radiation, chemicals, and other agents. The other statements (b, c, and d) are not accurate: not all mutations are harmful (b), not all mutations are beneficial (c), and mutations affect all living organisms, not just humans (d).