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Change in the base sequence within a gene is called

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Cloning

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Mutation

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Breeding

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Fission

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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.

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