mutations

1. Changes in chromosomes or genes that cause offspring to have characteristics different from those of their parents. Mutations can be caused by the effects of chemicals, radiation , or even ordinary heat on DNA . Mutations produce some of the differences between members of a species on which natural selection acts.

Example Sentences

Kawoaka told The Times in an interview that the mutations seen in this particular isolate have appeared elsewhere in past outbreaks in birds and mammals, “so in that sense, it’s a very orthodox mutation.”

From Los Angeles Times

But for the other 10% of the CF population with different genetic mutations, these new treatments do not work.

From BBC

The disorders are caused by mutations in our DNA, which damage crucial instructions for how our bodies should work.

From BBC

And once again, no, the human genome is not a few mutations away from carcinization.

From Salon

A severe example is DICER1 syndrome, which leads to cancer in a variety of tissues and is caused by mutations that affect microRNAs.

From BBC