Intercalating Agents, Such as Acridine Orange, Are Mutagens Because They

question 11

Multiple Choice

Intercalating agents, such as acridine orange, are mutagens because they

• A)promote transitions.
• B)remove amine groups.
• C)attach to purines causing distortions.
• D)add ethyl or methyl groups.
• E)fit between stacked bases and disrupt replication.

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Definitions:

Urine Specimen

A sample of urine collected for medical testing or analysis.

Physical Examination

A process where a medical professional investigates the body of a patient for signs of disease.

Prone

Lying flat, especially face down, or having a tendency toward something.

Stethoscope

An instrument that amplifies body sounds.