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Mutations Flashcards

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What is a mutation

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a mutation is a random change to DNA; it can be both positive and negative

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What causes mutations?

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Mutagens

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what are the 3 types of mutagens

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Chemical, Biological and Physical

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give examples for Physcial Mutagens

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Viruses and Bacteria

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give examples for chemical Mutagens

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Benzene and Nicotine

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give examples of biological Mutagens

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X-Rays, Gamma Rays, Radiation (these are Ionising)

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