Acquired mutations in somatic cells can be passed on to the next generation.

Name: Acquired mutations in somatic cells can be passed on to the next generation.
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Somatic cells are not involved in the production of gametes (sperm or egg cells). Therefore, any mutations that occur in somatic cells cannot be passed on to the next generation. Only mutations that occur in the germ cells (sperm or egg cells) can be passed on to the offspring.

Acquired Mutations in Somatic Cells Can Be Passed on to the Next