Biology A (Salters-Nuffield) A-Level
Genetic variation and mutation
What Genetic variation and mutation means in Biology A (Salters-Nuffield) A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Genetic variation and mutation
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Variation within a population arises from mutation and sexual reproduction, producing a range of phenotypes.
Topics that use Genetic variation and mutation
- Topic 4: Biodiversity and Natural Resources (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
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