Question

X-rays cause mutation by _____________.

• A. Transition
• B. Transversion
• C. Deletion
• D. Base substitution

Answer 1

The correct option is C Deletion

The first induced mutations were created by treating Drosophila with X-rays. Using this a pproach Mueller to induce lethal mutations. In addition to X-rays, other types of radiation treatments that have proven useful include gamma rays and fast neutron bombardment. These treatments can induce point mutations (changes in a single nucleotide) or deletions (loss of a chromosomal segment).

So, the correct answer is 'Deletion'.