Change in the base sequence within a gene is called
A
Cloning
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B
Mutation
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C
Breeding
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D
Fission
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Solution
The correct option is B Mutation A mutation is a change in a DNA sequence. Mutations can result from DNA copying mistakes made during cell division, exposure to ionizing radiation, exposure to chemical called mutagens, or infection by viruses.