Which of the following are mutagens?

Gamma radiations.

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X rays

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UV rays

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Tobacco smoking

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Solution

The correct options are
A
Gamma radiations.

B
X rays

C
UV rays

D
Tobacco smoking

A mutagen is any agent that brings about a sudden heritable change in the DNA sequence. Mutagens causing cancer are also called carcinogens.

Common mutagens include bromine, sodium azide, benzene, x-rays, gamma rays, alpha particles, ultraviolet radiation, etc.

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