Question

What does a mutagen cause?

Answer 1

Anything that causes a mutation (a change in the DNA of a cell). DNA changes caused by mutagens may harm cells and cause certain diseases, such as cancer. Examples ofmutagens include radioactive substances, x-rays, ultraviolet radiation, and certain chemicals

Answer 2

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Mutagens can cause disastrous effects on organisms.This BiologyWise article explains what does the term mutagen mean.