Question

Mutation is an important mechanism for evolutionary change. Which type of mutations contribute to evolution?

a.Germinal mutations
b.Somatic mutations
c.Both somatic and germinal mutations

Answer 1

Both somatic and germinal mutations are contributors of evolution. Somatic mutations occur within tissues of individuals that give the said individual differing traits and characteristics. Germinal mutations occur in reproductive cells that can be passed on to offspring, altering their traits and characteristics.