THE MOLECULAR BASIS OF INHERITANCE
GENE MUTATION
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Mutagen
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Carcinogen
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DNA mutation
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Chromosomal mutation
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Detailed explanation-1: -(MYOO-tuh-jen) Anything that causes a mutation (a change in the DNA of a cell). DNA changes caused by mutagens may harm cells and cause certain diseases, such as cancer. Examples of mutagens include radioactive substances, x-rays, ultraviolet radiation, and certain chemicals.
Detailed explanation-2: -A mutagen is a substance or agent that causes DNA impairment that results in the alteration of the DNA sequence. This alteration of the DNA sequence is known as mutation. Any agent causing mutation is called mutagen. Mutagens can be physical mutagens, chemical mutagens, or biological mutagens.
Detailed explanation-3: -Examples of mutagens include tobacco products, radioactive substances, x-rays, ultraviolet radiation and a wide variety of chemicals. Exposure to a mutagen can produce DNA mutations that cause or contribute to certain diseases.
Detailed explanation-4: -Mutagens – Physical, Chemical and Biological Mutagenic Agents.