Genetic mutations are:A) a relatively recent phenomenon related to increasing levels of environmental pollutants.B) always lethal to humans.C) a fundamental and natural part of human existence since life on Earth began.D) always of benefit to the individual.

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Genetic mutations are:A)  a relatively recent phenomenon related to increasing levels of environmental pollutants.B)  always lethal to humans.C)  a fundamental and natural part of human existence since life on Earth began.D)  always of benefit to the individual.

Quintonique Poitier · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Genetic mutations have been occurring naturally since life began on Earth. They are a fundamental part of evolution and genetic diversity, not a recent phenomenon or always lethal or beneficial.

Genetic mutations are:

A) a relatively recent phenomenon related to increasing levels of environmental pollutants.
B) always lethal to humans.
C) a fundamental and natural part of human existence since life on Earth began.
D) always of benefit to the individual.

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