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What is the source of genetic variations in human beings?

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Sexual reproduction
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Mitosis
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Growth
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DNA as the genetic material
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Solution

The correct option is A Sexual reproduction
Crossing over that takes place during meiosis is one source and fertlisation which brings characters from two individuals as parents is another source of variation. Thus, sexual reproduction and meiosis are the sources of genetic variations in human beings.

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