Which type of change can be inherited?

an injury that results in a scar
an increase in speed due to practice
a genetic mutation
a change in muscle mass due to exercise

Correct C). A genetic mutation

A genetic change that takes place in a germ cell and then it is transferred to each cell in the new developing organism is called a hereditary mutation. These mutations are inherited from the parents and it is present throughout life.

It is also called germline mutations. It is known to play a major role in cancer. Even a single germline change may have a greater effect but there is no change in the phenotype.

Hence, the correct answer would be option C.

a: the sheep and waste material both release carbon into the atmosphere.