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Mutations which are artifically induced with the help of mutagenic agents are called induced mutations

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Mutations that occur at random are called?

Mutations that occur at random are called spontaneous mutations.


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......


What are the various kinds of mutations?

Mutations differ and change according to many factors: 1- Site of occurrence: -Genetic mutations -Chromosomal mutations 2- The inheritance: -Somatic mutations -Gamete mutations 3- The origin: -Spontaneous (natural) mutations -Induced mutations 4- The harmful OR useful effects: -Undesirable mutations -Desirable mutations


Spontaneous changes in genetic material are called?

Spontaneous changes in genetic material are called mutations. These changes can occur naturally during DNA replication or as a result of environmental factors such as radiation or chemicals. Mutations can affect an organism's traits and may contribute to genetic diversity in a population.


Why are revertants observed in Ames test?

To determine whether whatever chemical that was introduced to the bacteria is a mutagen. More revertants means better mutagen ie. the probability of a strain reverting back to wild-type is high since probability of a mutation in the DNA is high due to induced mutation by the mutagen. Less revertants means poor mutagen ie. the probability of a strain reverting back to wild-type is low since probability of a mutation in the DNA is attributed to just the probability of an error in replication.

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What do we call mutation that is brought about by the earth natural radioactivity?

Natural radioactivity can cause spontaneous mutations in an organism's DNA. These mutations are often referred to as spontaneous mutations or radiation-induced mutations.


What is spontaneous mutations?

in the nucleus


Mutations that occur at random are called?

Mutations that occur at random are called spontaneous mutations.


What are the 2 kinds of mutation?

Spontaneous and induced mutation


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......


What is the difference between a spontaneous ovulator and an induced ovulator?

A spontaneous ovulator releases eggs from their ovaries on a regular cycle, while an induced ovulator releases eggs in response to specific stimuli, such as mating or environmental factors. Spontaneous ovulation is common in humans and many other mammals, while induced ovulation is more common in species like rabbits and cats.


What is the difference between induced fission and spontaneous fission?

Spontaneous Fission is the process of Elements and Induced Fission is the process of firing neutrons at heavy Atoms


When do spontaneous abortions usually occur?

Spontaneous abortion is another word for miscarriage aka not induced and the risk is bigger in the first trimester.


What are the various kinds of mutations?

Mutations differ and change according to many factors: 1- Site of occurrence: -Genetic mutations -Chromosomal mutations 2- The inheritance: -Somatic mutations -Gamete mutations 3- The origin: -Spontaneous (natural) mutations -Induced mutations 4- The harmful OR useful effects: -Undesirable mutations -Desirable mutations


What is the medical term meaning spontaneous or induced termination of pregnancy?

Abortion is the medical term meaning sponaneous or induced termination of pregnancy. What is commonly known as a miscarriage is called a spontaneous abortion in medical terminology. An induced abortion is commonly called an abortion in lay language.


What May be induced by mutagens?

Mutagens can induce changes in the genetic material of an organism, leading to mutations. These mutations can result in harmful effects such as increased risk of cancer, birth defects, or genetic disorders.


Spontaneous changes in genetic material are called?

Spontaneous changes in genetic material are called mutations. These changes can occur naturally during DNA replication or as a result of environmental factors such as radiation or chemicals. Mutations can affect an organism's traits and may contribute to genetic diversity in a population.