Describe how mutations initially arise in an organism’s geno…

Describe how mutations initially arise in an organism’s genotype, affecting specific alleles, and how these changes can influence the phenotype. Discuss how natural selection acts on these phenotypic variations, ultimately driving evolution in a population. Provide examples to illustrate your explanation.

BONUS Question (5 points max): Recently, scientists transfe…

BONUS Question (5 points max): Recently, scientists transferred chloroplasts from algae to what cells? Why was this important? (2 points) According to a new study, what can limiting magnesium be used for? Why is this significant? (2 points) What does ‘evo devo’ stand for? (1 point) Note: the final score of the exam cannot exceed 100 points.