Multiple choice

Which type of mutation does not result in the absence of mutagens?

  1. Point mutation

  2. Frameshift mutation

  3. Induced mutation

  4. Spontaneous mutation

  5. Nonsense mutation
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C Correct answer
Explanation

It occurs when an organism is exposed to a physical or chemical agent known as mutagen that interacts with DNA to cause a mutation. Induced mutations typically occur at a much higher frequency than spontaneous mutations. The first induced mutations were created by treating Drosophila with X-rays.

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