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Cancer is caused when cells grow abnormally and divide in an uncontrolled manner How might a mutagen cause cancer?
A mutagen could change a gene that tells a cell when to stop growing.
What mutagen causes breast cancer?
Well the onco genes are BRCA-I and BRCA-II if mutated they cause breast cancer, I think that is what you meant, if not then you may have learned something new anyway
What is carcinogens and mutagens?
In genetics, a mutagen is a physical or chemical agent that changes the genetic material, mutagen can causes cancer. while a carcinogen is any substance, radionuclide or radiation that is an agent directly involved in causing cancer.
What nonifectiowhat nonifectious disease is often caused bya mutagen?
cancer
What is physicial or chemical agents known as that can cause mutagen?
a change in the mRNA makes a mutation of the DNA
An agent that can cause a change in DNA is called a?
mutagen
Is a mutagen a abnormal gene sequence?
No, a mutagen is an agent (usually a chemical) that mutates DNA. It can cause an abnormal DNA sequence in a gene or elsewhere
Iss benzene a mutagen?
Yes, benzene is a mutagen, meaning it has the potential to cause changes in the DNA of cells, leading to mutations that can increase the risk of cancer. Long-term exposure to benzene, such as through inhalation in industrial settings, is associated with an increased risk of developing leukemia and other blood disorders.
What is the difference between a mutation and mutagen?
Answer this question…n biology, a mutagen (Latin, literally origin of change) is a physical or chemical agent that changes the genetic material, usually DNA, of an organism and thus increases the frequency of mutations above the natural background level. As many mutations cause cancer, mutagens are typically also carcinogens.
Why is UVA light considered a mutagen?
Because it penetrates the skin and can cause mutations.
What cause Small intestine cancer?
I have no idea but someone might
Does sunless tanning cause cancer?
Typically speaking, sunless tanning could potentially cause cancer. Since, sunless tanning is operated using ultraviolet light, there is a chance it might cause cancer.
