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The process by which new alleles of a gene are produced can be termed as

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Mutation
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Gene manipulation
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Genetic engineering
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None of the above
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Solution

The correct option is A Mutation
The process by which new alleles of a gene are produced can be termed as mutation. It is a natural process that changes a DNA sequence and creates slightly different versions of the same genes, called alleles. These small differences in DNA sequence make every individual unique. They account for the variation we see in human hair color, skin color, height, shape, behavior, and susceptibility to disease. Hence, option A is correct.

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