Mutation caused by a mutagen is

Natural

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Chemical

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Spontaneous

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Induced

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Solution

The correct option is C Induced
A mutation is a change in the DNA sequence of an organism. This change can be spontaneous or induced by some chemical.
Mutagens are the substance that induces mutation. Thus, the mutation as a result of mutagen is termed as induced mutation.
Therefore, the correct answer is (D).

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