IB Biology SL D1.3.5 Randomness in Mutation Questions

Use IB Biology SL D1.3.5 evidence to explain why mutations are not directed by organism need and how mutagens can alter frequency.

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Course
Biology SL
Level
SL

Exam points

  • Explain that mutation occurrence is random with respect to organism need or advantage, while external factors can increase mutation frequency.

IB Biology SL D1.3.5 Randomness in Mutation Questions question 1

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What is a feature of mutations?

A

They occur randomly.

B

They only occur in germ cells.

C

The frequency cannot be increased by external factors.

D

They only occur in certain base sequences of the genome.

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