Mutation

Real World Example

Imagine you're following a favorite family recipe but accidentally misread one ingredient, using salt instead of sugar. Just like how this small mistake can alter the taste of the entire dish, a mutation is a change in a cell’s DNA that can affect the cell's function. In this analogy, the recipe represents the DNA, the ingredients are like the genetic codes, and the accidental swap is akin to a mutation, where a tiny error can lead to significant changes in the outcome.