Do all mutations result in negative effects? Why or why not?

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Sauron [17]3 years ago

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No, mutations do not all result in negative effects. Sometimes they can be beneficial, as they are completely random. It is our general tendency to think of the word "mutation" in negative terms; however, do not get confused. Mutations are the root/ultimate source of genetic variation; they are one of the main factors that allow populations to evolve.

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