유전물질인 DNA의 구조나 염기 서열이 변화하여 형질이 바뀌는 현상 또는 그 결과로 나타난 개체
A permanent alteration in the DNA sequence that makes up a gene, such that the sequence differs from what is found in most people.
예문:
"The scientist discovered a rare genetic mutation that provides immunity to the disease."
"Exposure to toxic chemicals can significantly increase the rate of mutation in cells."
형태, 성질 또는 본질이 근본적으로 바뀌는 과정이나 결과
A significant change in form, nature, or quality of something.
예문:
"The quiet village has undergone a strange mutation into a bustling tourist destination."
"Her artistic style went through several mutations before she found her unique voice."
인접한 음의 영향으로 소리가 일정하게 변하는 현상, 또는 모음의 성질이 바뀌는 모음 변이
The predictable change of a sound when it occurs next to another sound, especially the change of a vowel or consonant.
예문:
"Linguists study the mutation of consonants in Celtic languages to understand word origins."
"The vowel mutation in the plural form of some nouns is a common feature of Germanic languages."