Microbiology with Diseases by Body System (4th Edition)

by Bauman, Robert W,, PhD

Published by Benjamin Cummings

ISBN 10: 032191855X

ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-855-0

Chapter 7 - Microbial Genetics - Questions For Review - Multiple Choice - Page 237: 24

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Before mutations can affect a population permanently, they must be lasting, inheritable, and beneficial. To be permanent, a mutation must completely alter the DNA sequence of a gene.

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