What is another word for numerical mutation?
Pronunciation: [njuːmˈɛɹɪkə͡l mjuːtˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Numerical mutation refers to a change in the number of chromosomes, genes, or alleles, which can cause genetic disorders or alterations in the physical characteristics of an organism. There are several other synonyms used for numerical mutation, including aneuploidy, polyploidy, chromosomal aberration, genomic variation, and cytogenetic perturbation. Aneuploidy refers to a change in the number of chromosomes affecting the whole genome, while polyploidy involves the presence of more than two sets of chromosomes. Chromosomal aberrations are genetic mutations that alter the structure or number of chromosomes, while genomic variation includes all mutations affecting the DNA sequence. Finally, cytogenetic perturbation encompasses all changes in chromosomal organization or function that affect cellular processes and viability.
