Question
Permanent change in hereditary material (gene) and appearance of new characters is termed-
- Mutation
- Allele
- Phenotype
- Recessive.
Answer
Mutation
Explanation:
Mutation refers to a permanent change in the DNA sequence of a gene, which results in the alteration of one or more traits or characteristics of an organism. These changes can occur spontaneously or can be induced by exposure to certain environmental factors like radiation or chemicals. Mutations are the ultimate source of genetic variation and provide the raw material for natural selection and evolution.
