In the Ames Test for Mutagenicity,rat Liver Enzymes Are Included

question 55

Multiple Choice

In the Ames test for mutagenicity,rat liver enzymes are included with the compound under test because

• A) bacterial cell walls must be treated to permit uptake of the compounds.
• B) rat liver enzymes increase the sensitivity of the bacteria to mutagens.
• C) rat liver enzymes kill mutant cells and allow colonies to form.
• D) rat liver enzymes may modify or break down some harmless compounds to produce mutagens.
• E) the mutant strain of bacteria requires rat liver enzymes to digest nutrients for growth.

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