A mutagenic agent _____.
A) helps prevent mutations
B) causes mutations in many cells at the same time
C) slows down the rate of mutation
D) increases the occurrence of mutations

Question

A mutagenic agent _____.​
A) ​helps prevent mutations
B) ​causes mutations in many cells at the same time
C) ​slows down the rate of mutation
D) ​increases the occurrence of mutations

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A mutagenic agent increases the occurrence of mutations, either by directly damaging DNA or by interfering with the cell's ability to repair DNA damage.

A Mutagenic Agent _____.​

A Mutagenic Agent _____.