to mutate
01
突变, 导致基因变化
to cause genetic changes
Transitive: to mutate genes or cells
例子
The scientist used a mutagenic substance to intentionally mutate the bacteria for research purposes.
科学家使用了一种致突变物质，为了研究目的故意突变细菌。
02
变异, 经历遗传变化
to experience genetic changes
Intransitive
例子
In response to environmental factors, organisms living in a particular habitat may naturally mutate.
为了应对环境因素，生活在特定栖息地的生物可能会自然突变。
词汇树
mutation
mutate
mute
