mutation rate
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
The frequency with which changes occur in an organism's genetic material over a given period.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Viruses that replicate quickly often have a higher _____ than more complex organisms."
Answer: mutation rate
In your own words, what does "mutation rate" mean?
The frequency with which changes occur in an organism's genetic material over a given period.
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