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Ultimate source of organic variation is...

Ultimate source of organic variation is the process which provide raw materials for evolution is
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The concept of sudden genetic change which breeds true in a species is represented as

A

Sexual reproduction

B

Meisosis

C

Mutation

D

Independent assortment

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks about the ultimate source of organic variation and the concept of sudden genetic change that breeds true in a species. 2. **Identifying Key Terms**: The key terms here are "organic variation," "raw materials for evolution," "sudden genetic change," and "breeds true in a species." 3. **Analyzing the Options**: The options provided are: - A) Sexual reproduction - B) Meiosis - C) Mutation - D) Independent assortment 4. **Defining Each Option**: - **Sexual Reproduction**: This process combines genetic material from two parents, leading to variation but not necessarily sudden changes. - **Meiosis**: This is the process of cell division that leads to the formation of gametes and contributes to genetic variation through recombination but is not a sudden change. - **Mutation**: This refers to a sudden change in the DNA sequence of an organism's genome, which can lead to new traits and variations. - **Independent Assortment**: This is a principle of genetics that describes how different genes independently separate from one another when reproductive cells develop. 5. **Identifying the Correct Answer**: Since the question specifically mentions "sudden genetic change," the most appropriate answer is **C) Mutation**. Mutations are indeed the ultimate source of organic variation, providing the raw materials for evolution. 6. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the answer to the question is **C) Mutation**. ---
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ALLEN-GENETICS & MOLECULAR BASIS OF INHERITANCE AND MUTATION-EXERCISE-I (CONCEPTUAL QUESTIONS)
  1. Non-ionizing radiations commonly used for inducing mutations in organi...

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  2. The smallest unit of genetic material which upon mutation produce a ph...

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  3. Ultimate source of organic variation is the process which provide raw...

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  4. To be evolution of successful, a mutation must occur in

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  5. Chemical mutagens are far more harzardous than radiations because :-

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  6. X- Rays cause mutation by

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  7. Mutagens which are effective on replicating DNA only are :-

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  8. Which of the following agents cause mutation through deamination :-

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  9. Haploids are preferred over diploids for mutation studies because in h...

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  10. Substitution of a purine base with a pyrimidine base or vice versa is ...

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  11. Mutations induced by 5-Bromo uracil are :-

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  12. The minimum requirement for mutation is :-

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  13. Which of the mutagen causes frame shift mutation

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  14. Mutations are :-

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  15. If a mutation is not visible in successive generation it is called :

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  16. Which of the following is most acidic?

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  17. Deamination of adenine and guanine by HNO(2) produces :-

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  18. Sickle cell anaemia is an example of :-

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  19. The most striking example of point mutation is found in a disease call...

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  20. Hexaploid or modern wheat developed through

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