🔬 Science · Ecosystems & Habitats
Genetic Mutation
Explain genetic mutation as a random change in DNA sequence, describe causes of mutation (e.g. radiation, chemicals, copying errors), and explain that most mutations are neutral, some harmful, and a few beneficial
Typical age: 12–14 years
“If your child heard that DNA can get damaged or changed, could they explain what a mutation is, what might cause one, and why most mutations don’t actually cause problems — but occasionally one leads to something new?”
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