Mutation and Evolution
Kluwer Academic Publishers
Published on 1. April 1998
Book
Hardback
592 pages
978-0-7923-4971-6 (ISBN)
Description
Although debated since the time of Darwin, the evolutionary role of mutation is still controversial. This text takes a look at both the theoretical and experimental measurement and significance of mutation. Deleterious, nearly neutral, beneficial, and polygenic mutations are considered in their effects on fitness, life history traits, and the composition of the gene pool. Mutation is a phenomenon that draws attention from many different disciplines. Thus, the extensive reviews of the literature will be valuable both to established researchers and to those just beginning to study this field. Through up-to-date reviews, the authors provide an insightful overview of each topic and then share their ideas and explore controversial aspects of mutation and the evolutionary process. From topics like gonadal mosaicism and mutation clusters to adaptive mutagenesis, mutation in cell organelles, and the level and distribution of DNA molecular changes, the foundation is set for continuing the debate about the role of mutation, fitness, and adaptability.
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Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 230 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-7923-4971-6 (9780792349716)
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