Mutation Rate At Biology Glossary
What is it? The number of mutation events per gene per unit of time (for example, per cell generation). The proportion of mutations per cell division in bacteria or single-celled organisms or the proportion of mutations per gamete in higher organisms.Bio Definition Added By: Jordan
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