In the 1920s,Hermann Muller Discovered That X-Rays Caused Genetic Changes

question 53

Multiple Choice

In the 1920s,Hermann Muller discovered that X-rays caused genetic changes in the fruit fly Drosophila.In a related series of experiments in the 1940s,other scientists discovered that other types of chemicals have a similar effect.A new chemical food additive is developed by a cereal manufacturer.Why is it necessary to test for its ability to cause mutation?

• A)We worry that it might cause mutation in cereal grain plants.
• B)We want to make sure that it does not emit radiation.
• C)We want to be sure that it increases the rate of mutation sufficiently.
• D)We want to prevent any chance that it might cause mutations.

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