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Which of the following conditions is not usually caused by a heritable mutation? Sickle cell anemia Leber's amaurosis       Muscular dystrophy Lung cancer

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Which of the following conditions is not usually caused by a heritable mutation? Sickle cell anemia Leber's amaurosis       Muscular dystrophy Lung cancer

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Lung cancer is not usually caused by a heritable mutation. While it is true that certain genetic mutations can increase the risk of developing lung cancer, it is most often caused by environmental factors, particularly smoking. In contrast, sickle cell anemia, Leber's amaurosis, and muscular dystrophy are all conditions that are typically caused by heritable mutations.

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