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DNA Mutations

Question 7 • First Semester Biology

Which is considered a chemical mutagen?

Answer
A
tanning beds
B
tobacco
C
X-rays
D
sunlight

Explanation

Tobacco smoke contains chemicals that can damage DNA and cause mutations, so tobacco is considered a chemical mutagen. Tanning beds, X-rays, and sunlight cause mutations mainly through radiation, rather than through chemical mutagens.

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