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Exposure to radiation can cause mutations in cells due to affecting the genes in the DNA. Thus radiation exposure on egg and sperm cells can cause mutations in offspring as the affected DNA copies itself when forming the fetus.
Radiation is not going to cause someone who has already been born to grow an extra limb or the like but cancer is caused by mutated cells dividing themselves.
In short- yes, it does.
What else can I help you with?
Which of the these would most likely cause a mutation?
A mutagen is a substance that has the potential to cause a mutation in the DNA.
Can radiation from a Xerox machine cause cell mutation?
Xerox machines emit very low levels of radiation that are considered safe for normal office use. The risk of cell mutation from exposure to this level of radiation is minimal. However, prolonged or repeated exposure to high levels of radiation could potentially increase the risk of cell mutations.
What is the single largest cause of mutation?
radiation------Causes of Mutation:1. Drugs / Chemicals2. Viruses3. Radiation4. Random Copy Errors (cause of 70% of all Mutation occures)
How does the exposure of radiation effect DNA?
The radiation can modify the molecules and atoms in DNA strands. Changing DNA changes the way the cell(s) reproduce and can result in a mutation that is inherited, a mutation that is cancerous, or the par of the DNA is inactive and will not result in a noticeable change.
What is the term for any permanent change in a gene of chromosome?
A mutation is the term for any permanent change in a gene or chromosome. Mutations can be caused by various factors, such as errors during DNA replication or exposure to certain environmental factors like radiation or chemicals.
What can radiation cause?
Radiation can cause sunburn, cancer, genetic mutation.
What is the name of the radiation that can increase mutation in humans?
There are a number of types of radiation that can cause mutation in humans.Gamma radiation is probably the one you were thinking of, but ultraviolet radiation can also cause mutation.Pretty much any kind of radiation that causes mutation will almost always cause cancer, as a result.
What would cause mutation?
Radiation is an main cause
What can cause DNA mutation?
sunlight, radiation, and smoking.
Can genetic mutation be sped up by ultra violet rays?
UV rays and other radiation can indeed cause mutation.
What is mutation radiation?
Mutation radiation refers to radiation that can cause changes in the DNA sequence of an organism, leading to genetic mutations. These mutations can result in changes to an organism's characteristics or traits, which can have various effects on the organism's health and development. Exposure to mutation radiation, such as ionizing radiation, can increase the risk of developing cancer or other health issues.
What is bad thing about?
the gamma and beta radiations which can cause cell mutation and radiation poisoning
What is bad about radioactive things?
the gamma and beta radiations which can cause cell mutation and radiation poisoning
How does Ultra Violet radiation cause skin cancer?
The radiation damages a person's DNA, which causes a mutation that makes the cell divide out of control.
Which of the these would most likely cause a mutation?
A mutagen is a substance that has the potential to cause a mutation in the DNA.
What can cause mutation when the cell copies its DNA?
i seriously dont know.. in error, exposure to chemicals and exposure to radiation
What is one other cause of mutation apart from UV radiation?
Chemical exposure is another common cause of mutations. Chemicals such as certain pollutants, toxins, and carcinogens can damage DNA and lead to mutations.
