CHROMOSOMAL MUTATION
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Chromosomal Mutation.
Chromosomal Mutation - as a noun
(genetics) any event that changes genetic structure; any alteration in the inherited nucleic acid sequence of the genotype of an organism
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
genetic mutationmutationHypernyms (Closely Related)
alterationchangemodificationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Down syndrome is caused by a chromosomal mutation."
"Certain types of cancer may result from chromosomal mutations."
"Scientists are studying the effects of chromosomal mutations in fruit flies."
"A chromosomal mutation in the fetus can sometimes be detected through prenatal testing."
"In some cases, chromosomal mutations may benefit an organism's survival."
