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mutation

/mjuːˈteɪʃən/

noun

Genetik yapı veya DNA'daki değişiklik

A change in the genetic structure of an organism, especially one occurring in DNA.

  • The mutation caused the bacteria to become resistant to antibiotics.
  • Scientists discovered a genetic mutation linked to the disease.
  • Random mutations drive the process of evolution.
  • A single mutation in the regulatory gene can alter developmental patterns across multiple species.
  • Cancer research focuses heavily on identifying mutation signatures that predict treatment response.
  • The accumulation of somatic mutation over time contributes to age-related cellular dysfunction.
noun

Biçim veya doğada değişiklik

The action or process of changing or being changed in form or nature.

  • The city underwent a rapid mutation from industrial center to tech hub.
  • We observed the mutation of the virus over several weeks.