What is another word for semi-lethal mutation?
Pronunciation: [sˈɛmilˈiːθə͡l mjuːtˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
A semi-lethal mutation refers to a genetic change that has the potential to cause harm or death, but may also result in decreased fitness or viability. Synonyms for this term include partially lethal mutation, sublethal mutation, and non-lethal mutation. Partially lethal mutation indicates that the genetic alteration causes some harm, but not enough to result in death. Sublethal mutation suggests that the mutation reduces the organism's ability to survive or reproduce, but does not immediately cause death. Non-lethal mutation loosely implies that the mutation has no direct effects on survival, but could still have negative impacts on fitness or viability. Understanding these synonyms can help scientists communicate more precisely about genetic defects and their impact on organisms.
