Question

what are mutagen? name a chemical mutagen? ​

Answer 1

A mutagen is any agent that affects a change (specifically referring to a change in DNA). Thus any carcinogen (that increases the risk of getting cancer by causing mutations) is a mutagen. Common mutagens include: bromine, sodium azide, psoralen, benzene, x-rays, gamma rays, alpha particles, ultraviolet radiation, etc.

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Answer 2

Explanation:

A mutagen is any agent that affects a change (specifically referring to a change in DNA). Thus any carcinogen (that increases the risk of getting cancer by causing mutations) is a mutagen. Common mutagens include: bromine, sodium azide, psoralen, benzene, x-rays, gamma rays, alpha particles, ultraviolet radiation, etc