Cómo Pronunciar "mutation"
word
/mjuˈteɪʃən/
myoo-TAY-shun
/mjuːtˈeɪʃən/
myoo-TAY-shun
Definición
A mutation is a change in the DNA or genes of a living thing, which can lead to differences in appearance or function. It can happen naturally or be caused by external factors.
Transcripción IPA
Inglés Americano
/mjuˈteɪʃən/
Inglés Británico
/mjuːtˈeɪʃən/
Pronunciación Simplificada
EE.UU.
myoo-TAY-shun
UK
myoo-TAY-shun
Escucha en Contexto
A mutation can make an animal look different from its parents.
Some diseases are caused by a genetic mutation.
A random mutation can help plants survive in new environments.
The scientists discovered a rare mutation that protects against the virus.