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What is the effect of transposons on genes?

  • No effect on gene activity
  • Increase gene activity (correct)
  • Decrease gene activity
  • Destroy the gene

How do viruses act as biological mutagens?

  • Alter genetic material as cells divide (correct)
  • Cause cell division
  • Destroy genetic material
  • Increase genetic material

Which physical mutagen can lead to skin cancer?

  • Atomic particles
  • Subatomic particles
  • UV radiation (correct)
  • X-rays

How do thymine dimers affect DNA?

<p>Change DNA structure and prevent proper transcription (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which industry frequently uses chemicals that act as mutagens?

<p>Food and beauty industries (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common source of chemical mutagens that can cause DNA damage?

<p>Processed meats with preservatives (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of physical or chemical agents that can cause mutations?

<p>Exposure to radiation and chemicals in cigarette smoke (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of mutation affects a single nucleotide?

<p>Substitutions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What causes large-scale mutations that change entire regions of a chromosome?

<p>Improper DNA replication (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of mutations, what are transposons?

<p>Biological mutagens causing mutations in cells (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When an external agent causes a mutation, what is it typically called?

<p>A mutagen (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which category do mutagens like radiation and certain chemicals fall into?

<p>Physical (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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