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Mutation
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突然変異, 遺伝子の変化
(biology) a change in the structure of the genes of an individual that causes them to develop different physical features
Example
Due to a mutation in his genes, the child was born with blue eyes, even though both parents had brown eyes.
Scientists are studying the mutation responsible for giving certain plants drought resistance.
02
変異, 変化
any kind of shift or transformation in characteristics or attributes
Example
Over decades, the town experienced a mutation from a quiet hamlet to a bustling city.
The music genre has experienced various mutations over the years, incorporating new instruments and styles.
His personality underwent a surprising mutation after his travels, making him more open-minded.
03
突然変異, 染色体の変化
(biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration
word family
mute
mute
Verb
mutate
Verb
mutation
Noun
mutational
Adjective
mutational
Adjective
例
Due to a mutation in his genes, the child was born with blue eyes, even though both parents had brown eyes.
Scientists are studying the mutation responsible for giving certain plants drought resistance.
