Mutation (Noun)
Meaning 1
(biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration.
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Nouns denoting people.
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- The fruit fly lab produced a mutation that turned its wings bright blue, making it a prized specimen for genetic research.
- The unique characteristics of the butterfly species were a result of a genetic mutation that occurred in a previous generation.
- The plant breeder deliberately induced a mutation in the seeds to create a variety with higher yields.
- Sickle cell anemia is a genetic disorder caused by a mutation in the hemoglobin gene.
- The species of bacteria had undergone a mutation that made it resistant to several commonly used antibiotics.
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Meaning 2
(genetics) any event that changes genetic structure; any alteration in the inherited nucleic acid sequence of the genotype of an organism.
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Nouns denoting natural events.
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Meaning 3
A change or alteration in form or qualities.
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Nouns denoting natural events.