Question

Both the change in the genetic material and the process by which the change occurs is referred to as a/an:

a. mutation
b. error
c. reparation
d. mutation and error
e. recombination

Answer 1

Answer: a. mutation

Step-by-step explanation:

A mutation is a change or alteration and a process that occurs in the DNA sequence of the organism. This happens due to the mistake in the DNA replication process or because of the environmental factors for example exposure to the UV radiation or due to smoking. These mutations either favors the survival of the organisms or they are lethal for the organisms.