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IB Biology SL 1.3.6 Germ-line and somatic consequences Question Bank

Practise IB Biology SL 1.3.6 by distinguishing mutations in germ-line cells from mutations in somatic cells.

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Course
Biology SL
Level
SL

Exam points

  • Identify whether a mutation in a stated cell type could be inherited by offspring.
  • Distinguish germ-line and somatic mutations in a medical or biological example.
  • Explain why a somatic mutation may affect an individual without entering the next generation.

D1.3.6—Consequences in germ vs. somatic cells question 1

[Maximum number: 1]

A mutation in which type of cell could be inherited?

A

Beta cell in the pancreas

B

T-cell in the lymph

C

Sperm cell in the testis

D

Skeletal muscle cell in the diaphragm

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