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natulia [17]
3 years ago
5

How might alterations in dna structure be harmful to an organism?

Biology
1 answer:
Thepotemich [5.8K]3 years ago
5 0
Changes in the dna are called mutations. They can occur spontaneously. Mutations can only be passed down in gametes--sperm and egg cells. with Darwins theory at mind a mutation needs to pass the test of natural selection to remain in the gene pool. So purposly making mutation or altercations may end in diseases/illnesses or in some cases death because they body can not take it.....hope this helps if it doesnt im sorry!
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