Question

Mutations can be induced by

• A. Gamma rays
• B. Mutagenic radiations (UV rays, X-rays
• C. Nitrous acid, nitromethyl urea
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D

All of the above

Mutations can be increased by mutating agents called mutagens such as physical mutagens and chemical mutagens. Physical mutagens include radiation such as X-rays and gamma rays which cause mutations. These mutagens induce changes in DNA and chromosomes which produce mutations.