Saltation

[sæl'teiʃәn]

(noun.) (genetics) a mutation that drastically changes the phenotype of an organism or species.

(noun.) (geology) the leaping movement of sand or soil particles as they are transported in a fluid medium over an uneven surface.

Checker: Ronnie--From WordNet

(n.) A leaping or jumping.

(n.) Beating or palpitation; as, the saltation of the great artery.

(n.) An abrupt and marked variation in the condition or appearance of a species; a sudden modification which may give rise to new races.

Inputed by Darlene

n. Leap, jump, hop, spring, bound, vault.

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