Tabbicat021
Tabbicat021
14.12.2021 • 
Biology

A student reads an article about a mutation. Eyes with dark colors can provide an advantage in areas with intense sunlight, as the color protects the eyes. Eyes with light colors are more common in northern latitudes and formed because of mutations. Eyes with light colors mat be able to see more in low light but can tolerate less sunlight.

Which statement does the article support?

A. Exposure to low levels of sunlight causes the genetic mutation for lighter eye pigmentation.
B. Exposure to too much sunlight causes the genetic mutation for lighter eye pigmentation.
C. Genetic mutations do not occur in populations unless they create a survival advantage.
D. Genetic mutations can have positive consequences instead of negative consequences.

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