Question

f one or more of these mutations occurs in the genes of reproductive cells, how might the traits of offspring be affected?

They may not be affected at all.
They may be harmed.
They may receive a benefit.

Answer 1

Answer:

• Yes it can be

Explanation:

The only mutations that matter to large-scale evolution are those that can be passed on to offspring. These occur in reproductive cells like eggs and sperm and are called germ line mutations. No change occurs in phenotype. Some mutations don't have any noticeable effect on the phenotype of an organism.