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AIPMT MAINS2012Botany-Genetics

AIPMT MAINS 2012 Botany Mutations MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Which one of the following is a wrong statement regarding mutations?

A

Deletion and insertion of base pairs cause frame-shift mutations

B

Cancer cells commonly show chromosomal aberrations

C

UV and Gamma rays are mutagens

D

Change in a single base pair of DNA does not cause mutation

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

Change in single base pair of DNA is also a type of mutations called point mutations.

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