mutation frequency

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The proportion of mutant cells or individuals in a population.

mutationNOUN + NOUN

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Examples (10)

  • The study aimed to determine the mutation frequency in the bacterial population.
  • High radiation exposure can increase the mutation frequency of an organism.
  • Researchers observed a significant change in mutation frequency after treatment.
  • Understanding the mutation frequency is crucial for genetic disease research.
  • The environmental toxin was linked to an elevated mutation frequency.
  • Scientists are developing new methods to measure mutation frequency more accurately.
  • A low mutation frequency indicates high genetic stability.
  • What factors influence the mutation frequency in human cells?
  • They analyzed the mutation frequency across different gene regions.
  • The drug was designed to reduce the mutation frequency in cancer cells.