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State whether the following statements are true or false:
Somatic variations form the basis of evolution.

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True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is B False
Somatic variations are not inherited. These are variations in somatic cells. While genetic variations are inherited and are due to variation of DNA from germ cells. These genetic variations form the basis of evolution.
Hence, the correct answer is 'False'.

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