Mycotoxins and Cancer Quiz
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What are the potential consequences if mutations caused by mycotoxins occur in sperm and eggs?

  • Enhanced reproductive fitness
  • Birth defects in offspring (correct)
  • Improved DNA repair mechanisms
  • Reduced genetic variability
  • How do mycotoxins cause problems for DNA replication?

  • By increasing the speed of DNA synthesis
  • By enhancing the cell cycle control genes
  • By disrupting the structure of the double helix (correct)
  • By promoting efficient DNA repair processes
  • What can mutations in genes controlling the cell cycle lead to?

  • Reduced cell division
  • Enhanced DNA stability
  • Cancer (correct)
  • Increased fertility
  • How do mycotoxins cause problems for DNA replication?

    <p>By inhibiting the synthesis of DNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential consequence if mutations caused by mycotoxins occur in sperm and eggs?

    <p>Existence of birth defects in the offspring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can mutations in genes controlling the cell cycle lead to?

    <p>Uncontrolled cell growth and potential cancer development</p> Signup and view all the answers

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