The photo on the left shows an alligator hiding in swamp water. The photo on the right shows an alligator with a mutation for white skin. What kind of effect is the mutation most likely to have on the alligator? A. Neutral, because it will have an easier time staying warm B. Harmful, because it will have a harder time staying clean C. Harmful, because it will have a harder time sneaking up on its prey D. Beneficial, because it will have an easier time finding a mate
Answer: C. Harmful, because it will have a harder time sneaking up on its prey
Explanation: White skin on an alligator would be detrimental because it would not be able to blend in to its surroundings as well, as the white skin would stand out from the greens and browns of the swamps in which alligators normally inhabit. Most alligators also live in warmer climates, so there would not be much opportunity to try and blend into any sort of snow.
