Genetic Mutations

Students read about genetic mutations in order to understand how mutations affect organisms in this engaging life science worksheet! Designed for sixth- and seventh-grade students, this two-page worksheet begins with an introduction defining the key terms DNA, chromosomes, genes, and mutations. Students will then read passages about specific genetic mutations and their effects on organisms. As they read, learners are also asked to identify the location of a genetic mutation on a given diagram and decide whether each mutation is beneficial, harmful, or neutral.