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The agents that cause mutations are called as ______.

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The agents that cause mutations are called as ______.

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  • mutagens

  • mutants

  • chromosomes

  • genes

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The agents that cause mutations are called as mutagens.

Explanation: Mutagens are physical or chemical agents that cause mutations. A mutant is an organism or cell carrying a mutation, not the agent that causes it.

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Chapter 6: Chromosomes, Sex-Linked Inheritance and Human Genetic Disorders - EXERCISES [Page 311]

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Sarita Aggarwal Biology [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 6 Chromosomes, Sex-Linked Inheritance and Human Genetic Disorders
EXERCISES | Q I. 5. | Page 311
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