The process of meiosis can lead to genetic variations and mutations,but sometimes there are advantageous outcomes of this distortion.For example,people with the genetic mutation leading to sickle-cell anemia have a natural resistance to __________.
A) malaria
B) chicken pox
C) shingles
D) rocky mountain spotted fever

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The genetic mutation leading to sickle-cell anemia also leads to a natural resistance to malaria. This is because the mutated red blood cells are less hospitable to the malaria parasite, making it more difficult for the parasite to survive and reproduce.

The Process of Meiosis Can Lead to Genetic Variations and Mutations,but