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Definitions from the WebSomatic MutationDefinition: Somatic mutation refers to a genetic alteration that occurs in the cells of an organism, excluding the reproductive cells. These mutations can be caused by various factors like environmental exposures, radiation, or errors during DNA replication. Examples:Noun: The somatic mutation observed in the patient's tumor cells contributed to the development of the cancer. Noun: The study provides evidence of somatic mutations in the skin cells caused by prolonged exposure to ultraviolet radiation. Related Products: | ||||
somateria somatesthesia somatic somatic cell somatic cell nuclear transfer somatic cell nuclear transplantation somatic chromosome somatic delusion somatic mutation somatic sensation somatic sense somatic sensory system somatogenetic somatogenic somatosense somatosensory somatosensory system
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