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There are too many individual chemicals, and even too many classes of chemicals to list that cause mutations. Generally, the chemicals that cause mutations are the ones that permanently damage the DNA in a cell, either by oxidation, or by creating base replacement or double-stranded breaks.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 9y agoA mutation is the alteration of a gene that results in a variant form of the body. Some chemicals known to cause mutations are nitrosonguanidine, hydroxylamine, bromodeoxyuridine and ethidium bromide
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∙ 13y agoSome of the mutation causing compounds and chemicals are:
- Uranium (U)
- Uranium Hexafluoride (UF6)
- Uranium Tetrafluoride (UF4)
- Uranyl Nitrate (UO2(NO3)2)
- Uranium Trioxide (UO3)
- Radium (Ra)
One of the worst compounds for causing mutation and health problems is UF6, or commonly known as Depleted Uranium.
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∙ 16y agochemicals in cigarette smoke can cause mutations in genes that can lead to lung cancer.
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∙ 9y agoChemicals or things that can cause a mutation are called mutagens. Some examples of mutagens are nitrous acid, ethidium bromide, bromouracil and sodium azide.
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∙ 15y agocarcinagens are some
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∙ 13y agoFormaldehyde, benzene, and chloloform
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What environmental factors cause mutations?
Mutagens are chemical or physical factors that increase the rate of mutation. Some are natural, and some are synthetic. Some examples of mutagens are: - Cosmic rays - Some viruses - Harmful atomic radiation - Recreational drugs - Tobacco - Alcohol - Pesticides - Asbestos - Soot
Is mutation dominate or recessive?
it depends on what mutation you speak of. some are and some are not.
Name 2 major types of mutation?
i] spontaneous mutation ii] induced mutation iii] germinal mutation iv] somatic mutation v] chromosomal mutation vi] gene mutation are the some of the major types of mutation......
How mutation affect survival skills of an organism?
It depends on the mutation. Some mutations have no effect on survival, some mutations are lethal, and some mutations make an individual better adapted to its environment, so it will be more fit than those without the mutation, and therefore produce more offspring with the same mutation, which could change the allele frequency of a population.
Mutations can be both harmful and helpful what can be caused by a genetic mutation?
Harmful- genetic diseasesHelpful-sometimes produces chemicals that can ward off certain illnesses.
What are some examples of harmful Radiation?
mutation
What are some examples of organic chemicals?
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What are some situations that can cause burning or itching eyes?
There are many situations that can cause burning or itching eyes. Examples of situations that can cause burning or itching eyes include working with chemicals or being around gases.
What is the relationship between cancer and chemicals?
Some chemicals cause cancer, whereas others have been designed to fight it -Apex
Can novocaine cause constipation?
yes, because of some of the chemicals
What environmental factors cause mutations?
Mutagens are chemical or physical factors that increase the rate of mutation. Some are natural, and some are synthetic. Some examples of mutagens are: - Cosmic rays - Some viruses - Harmful atomic radiation - Recreational drugs - Tobacco - Alcohol - Pesticides - Asbestos - Soot
How can a mutation in a gene cause a change in a organism's phenotype?
Mutations can cause a cell to produce an incorrect number of proteins during protein synthesis and the phenotype of the organism would be different from what it normally would have been. Some examples are when a cat has 6 toes or a lemur has white fur.
What are some Ill-effects of different pollutants?
chemicals and waste products are examples of pollutants
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What factors causing mutation?
Mutagens are chemical or physical factors that increase the rate of mutation. Some are natural, and some are synthetic. Some examples of mutagens are: - Cosmic rays - Some viruses - Harmful atomic radiation - Recreational drugs - Tobacco - Alcohol - Pesticides - Asbestos - Soot
What are some examples of hazardous chemicals?
Examples: sodium cyanide, phosgene, hydrogen fluoride, mercuric chloride, arsenic oxide, etc
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