Mutagens Such as 5-Bromouracil Cause Mutations By

question 21

Multiple Choice

Mutagens such as 5-bromouracil cause mutations by:

• A)substituting for one of the bases normally found in DNA
• B)adding an alkyl group to a nucleotide
• C)removing an amino group from a nucleotide
• D)causing breaks in chromosomes

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Definitions:

Nephroma

A term sometimes used to describe a kidney tumor, which can be benign or malignant.

Oncogenes

Genes that have the potential to cause a normal cell to become cancerous when mutated or expressed at high levels.

Oncogenic

Pertaining to, causing, or capable of causing the formation and growth of tumors.

Osteogenic

Pertaining to the formation of bone or having the ability to produce bone.