Biology
Grade-8
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Question

Random mutation occurs due to

  1. Radiation
  2. Chemicals
  3. External factors 
  4. All the above

hintHint:

Mutations can result from errors in DNA replication during cell division, exposure to mutagens, or a viral infection.

The correct answer is: All the above


    • Mutations can result from errors during DNA replication or induced by exposure to mutagens (like chemicals and radiation).
    • Spontaneous mutations occur at a rate of 1 in 10^5 to 10^8 and contribute to random population variation. 

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