When reproduction involves two parents, which two statements describe the offspring? A. Offspring differ genetically from both p
arents. B. Offspring are genetically identical to one parent. C. Offspring are genetically identical to one another. D. Offspring differ genetically from one another. SUBMIT
Answer: A. Offspring differ genetically from both parents and D. Offspring differ genetically from one another.
Explanation:
Sexual reproduction results in offspring with genetic variation. Variations of inherited traits between parent and offspring arise from genetic differences that result from the subset of chromosomes (and therefore genes) inherited.
Answer:Mutations are irreversible and are passed on to the daughter cells during mitosis. Certain genes are involved in the maintenance of normal cell growth patterns