Base sequence variations between individuals that result from point mutations are called
A)polymorphs.
B)small nuclear polymorphisms.
C)deletions.
D)single nucleotide polymorphisms.
E)restriction fragment length polymorphisms.

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Point mutations are changes in a single nucleotide base pair, resulting in single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), which are a common type of genetic variation between individuals. SNPs occur at a frequency of at least 1% in a population and can lead to differences in traits and susceptibility to disease.

Base Sequence Variations Between Individuals That Result from Point Mutations