Monday, 10 October 2011

3.34 Causes of mutation

Mutation - change of base sequence

1. Radiation
Ionising radiation (e.g. gamma rays, X-rays, ultraviolet UV-B)
UV-B causes mutation causing skin cancer

2. Chemicals
Tars, tobacco
Mutagens - Chemicals which cause mutations
Carcinogens - Mutagens which also cause cancer

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