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Factors which can induce genetic mutations in organisms are called

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Mutants
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Mutagens
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Mutons
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None of the above
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The correct option is B Mutagens
Mutagens are certain chemical or physical factors which change the structure or sequence of DNA. For example, U.V. rays, X-rays, superoxide, hydroxyl radicals and hydrogen peroxide.
A mutant is an organism or a new genetic character arising or resulting from an instance of mutation.
Muton is the smallest unit of DNA at which mutation can occur, usually identified as a single pair of nucleotides.

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