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Is ammonia a mutagen?
Yes, ammonia is not classified as a mutagen. It does not directly cause changes to the DNA sequences in organisms. Ammonia is typically known for its toxic properties, mostly affecting the respiratory system when inhaled at high concentrations.
Is nitrous oxide a mutagen?
Nitrous oxide is not considered a mutagen, as it does not directly interact with DNA to cause mutations. However, exposure to high levels of nitrous oxide can lead to other health effects, such as neurological damage or interference with vitamin B12 metabolism.
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 most common mutagen?
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is one of the most common mutagens. It can cause mutations in DNA by directly damaging the genetic material or by inducing the formation of thymine dimers, which can lead to errors during DNA replication. UV radiation is present in sunlight and can increase the risk of skin cancer.
What are few examples of solutions?
Examples of solution are : 1) mixture of salt and sugar, 2) mixture of sugar and water.
Is diabetes a mutagen?
No. Diabetes is a condition, not a substance, and therefore cannot be a "mutagen".
A what is a physical or chemical agent that causes damage to DNA?
What is a physical or chemical agent that changes the nucleotide sequence of DNA?
When was Environmental Mutagen Society created?
Environmental Mutagen Society was created in 1969.
How does a mutagen work?
Mutagen turns people into what animal it most recently been in contact with.
What are some mutagen examples?
Most common mutagens:Ionizing radiation such as xrays, gamma rays and alpha particlesUltraviolet (tanning beds)Intercalating agentsBenzeneChemical spills
How might a mutagen cause cancer?
A mutagen could change a gene that tells a cell when to stop growing.
What is physicial or chemical agents known as that can cause mutagen?
a change in the mRNA makes a mutation of the DNA
What is a example of mutagen?
asbestos
Is carbon tetrachloride a mutagen?
of course it is!
How can you use the mutation and mutagen in the same sentence?
Exposure to a mutagen, such as UV radiation, can lead to genetic mutations in organisms.
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
Any agent which causes a change in DNA is a mutagen?
these are all mutagenic agents:-ultraviolet radiation from sunlight -free radicals that are formed as by-products of aerobic respiration -aflatoxins that are found in moldy grains
