Charles Darwin stated that over time life could change so much so that new species are formed from a single species. But Darwin did not know where these mutations occurred. His theory could explain how humans and chimps are so alike yet different. Are we all just accidents of creation caused by mutations? Genetic mutations occur in the DNA of an organism. They can be influenced by environment or may occur during mitosis or meiosis. …showed first 75 words of 749 total…

…showed last 75 words of 749 total…which we live. Other examples include the family of ruminants and how they are able to digest lysazine, the mutations caused by X-ray radiation in the fruit fly, and countless other experiments scientists perform to get a better understanding of how mutations affect the world around us. Each organism on this planet had origins from mistakes. Mother Nature discards the failures of genetic variations, and continues with the success, forming a world rich in diversity.