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Because certain radiation can affect the genes and chromosomes, which cause the organism to replicate itself differently from its parents.
Mutations in DNA sequences generally occur through one of two processes:
- DNA damage from environmental agents such as ultraviolet light (sunshine), nuclear radiation or certain chemicals
- Mistakes that occur when a cell copies its DNA in preparation for cell division.
What else can I help you with?
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.
