AP BIOLOGY

HEREDITY

MUTATIONS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following are examples of mutagens?
A
UV Radiation
B
Viruses
C
toxic chemicals
D
All of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Examples of mutagens include radioactive substances, x-rays, ultraviolet radiation, and certain chemicals.

Detailed explanation-2: -Examples of mutagens include tobacco products, radioactive substances, x-rays, ultraviolet radiation and a wide variety of chemicals.

Detailed explanation-3: -Acetic acid does not cause any mutation, hence it is not a mutagen.

Detailed explanation-4: -Common mutagens include bromine, sodium azide, benzene, x-rays, gamma rays, alpha particles, ultraviolet radiation, etc.

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