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What are chromosomal mutations? How can they be induced?

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A chromosome mutation is an unpredictable change occurring in chromosomes that typically result from errors occur during meiosis (division process of gametes) or by mutagens (chemicals, radiation, etc).

Chromosome mutations results in changes in the number of chromosomes in a cell or the structure of a chromosome and creates an impact on the entire chromosome.



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